Specialist Engineering & Industrial Supply Sector
Birmingham, West Midlands
£40,000 – £50,000 + Monthly Bonus
Full-Time | Permanent | Office & Warehouse Based
An established and highly respected supplier within the specialist industrial piping and engineering sector is seeking an experienced Sales & Logistics Coordinator to join its small, close-knit team in Birmingham.
This is a varied and commercially focused role combining account management, purchasing, logistics coordination, warehouse operations, and customer support. The successful candidate will manage customer enquiries and orders from initial quotation through to delivery, ensuring a high level of accuracy, organisation, and customer service throughout.
This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership of their workload, working independently, and developing long-term customer relationships within a technical B2B environment.
The Role
Working closely with senior management and an experienced team, responsibilities will include:
Sales & Account Management
Managing customer enquiries and preparing accurate quotations
Following up quotations and supporting ongoing customer accounts
Negotiating pricing and delivery schedules
Reviewing customer orders for technical and commercial accuracy
Building strong, long-term client relationships
Identifying upselling opportunities where appropriate
Supporting colleagues with wider operational tasks when needed
Purchasing & Supply Chain
Sourcing materials from UK and international suppliers
Negotiating supplier pricing and lead times
Raising and managing purchase orders
Monitoring supplier performance and stock levels
Reviewing material certification and compliance documentation
Operations & Logistics
Receiving and inspecting incoming goods
Picking, packing, and preparing orders for dispatch
Coordinating domestic and international shipments
Preparing export and customs documentation
Booking freight and courier services globally
Supporting warehouse activities including loading/unloading vehicles
Operating warehouse equipment and machinery (training provided)
Administration & Compliance
Processing invoices accurately
Maintaining quotation and order records
Supporting stock control and stock takes
Ensuring compliance with quality and export procedures
General administrative support as required
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
Previous experience in sales coordination, logistics, supply chain, or industrial distribution
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Confidence working with customers and suppliers
Good commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
Competency with ERP systems, Microsoft Outlook, and Excel
A professional and confident telephone manner
A willingness to undertake both office-based and hands-on warehouse duties
Please note: approximately 30% of the role involves manual warehouse and operational tasks.
Experience within engineering, industrial products, metals, piping, manufacturing, or technical distribution environments would be advantageous, though full product training will be provided.
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00
Friday: Early finish at 16:00
Benefits
Salary of £40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience
Monthly team performance bonus
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Stable, long-established business environment
Training and development within a specialist technical sector
Newly refurbished office and warehouse facilities
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Salary description
£40000.00 - £50000.00 per year