Sales Office Assistant

Job type:Perm
Town/City:Grays
County:Essex
Salary/Rate:£30,000
Sector:Specialist Equipment Rental
Job ref:JF041
Post Date:13.10.25
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About the Role

We’re working with a well-established business who are part of a wider group with a strong reputation across the construction and engineering sectors. Due to continued growth, they’re looking for a Sales Office Assistant to join their busy and friendly team.

This is a full-time, permanent role offering stability, development opportunities, and the chance to be part of a respected business that values quality, service, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responding to customer enquiries via phone, email, and trade counter.

  • Raising quotations and processing sales orders.

  • Ordering stock from approved suppliers and managing inventory levels.

  • Performing stock counts and updating systems accurately.

  • Assisting with quality assurance and resolving product issues.

  • Coordinating deliveries with customers and logistics teams.

  • Supporting the wider team with general office and administrative tasks.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 1 year’s office-based experience.

  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

  • Confident, organised and able to multitask in a busy environment.

  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grade 4/B or above.

  • Positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn.

Benefits:

  • Salary up to £30,000, depending on experience.

  • Full-time, permanent position.

  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 5:30pm.

  • Great team environment and opportunities for personal development.

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