Sales Administrator
Location: Ludlow, Shropshire
Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Join a market-leading UK manufacturer at the forefront of agricultural and vegetation management technology. With a heritage
spanning more than a century, this innovative organisation designs and produces industry-leading machinery trusted by customers across the UK and around the world. You'll be part of a business that values engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and investment in its people, offering the opportunity to contribute to products that make a real impact on agriculture, infrastructure, and environmental maintenance. If you're looking for a career with a forward-thinking employer where your skills can help shape the future of the industry, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Export & International Administration
• Prepare and manage export documentation including Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin, EUR1s and Commercial Invoices.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, VAT requirements, international trade laws and Incoterms.
• Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders, shipping agents and logistics providers.
• Process Letters of Credit and international banking transactions.
• Liaise with international distributors, agents and customers to ensure efficient order fulfilment.
UK Sales Support
• Process customer sales orders, invoices and credit notes.
• Support the sales team with quotations, tenders and customer enquiries.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock transfers between depots and locations.
• Maintain accurate customer and sales records using CRM and ERP systems.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
• Previous experience within an Export Sales Administration or Sales Support role.
• Knowledge of export documentation, customs procedures and Incoterms.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Experience using CRM or ERP systems such as SAP, Syspro or similar.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach.
Desirable
• Knowledge of agricultural machinery, manufacturing or rural industries.
• Additional European language skills.
Benefits
• Competitive salary of £27,000 - £29,000 per annum.
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• 6-month probationary period.
• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing international business.