Overview
SALES ADMINISTRATOR (FMCG INDUSTRY)
Cape Town – Kraaifontein: My client, a reputable FMCG company specialising in premium culinary essentials, is looking for a highly organized and proactive Sales Administrator to join its Sales Team.
Purpose of the role: To provide efficient administrative and sales support to the Sales Team, ensuring the smooth processing of customer orders, accur ate data management, and timely communication with clients. The Sales Administrator plays a key role in maintaining operational flow, supporting sales performance, and upholding the company’s commitment to service excellence and teamwork.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Handle sales inquiries and process customer orders on various platforms
Verify customer details, process payments, and update data in internal systems
Inform customers on stock availability, alternatives, and lead times
Issue accurate invoices and coordinate orders internally
Manage and update sales and customer records, ensuring timely responses
Maintain and enhance the company’s online presence, including website updates
Provide administrative support to the sales team as needed
Criteria:
Matric
2-3 years’ experience in a similar role with experience in the FMCG industry being advantageous
Computer literacy: proficient in Microsoft Office and Omni (advantageous)
Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans with clear communication skills
Excellent phone and email etiquette with strong customer service skills
Proficient in English and Afrikaans (speak, read and write)
Outgoing personality, team player, and well-organised
Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English, with clear communication skills
Able to work well under pressure, maintaining a friendly, proactive approach
This role is reserved for candidates reside in close proximity to Kraaifontein / Stellenbosch
To Apply:
https://webapp.placementpartner.com/wi/vacancy/?id=helderbergpersonnel&VacRef=SW006157&preview=117af98fd7d058f55497f02b24fae978
About Helderberg Personnel
Who We Are Based in Somerset West, Helderberg Personnel was established in 1998. The company initially started doing placements in the Helderberg Basin and over the years expanded nationally and internationally. Our background has proved to be invaluable in providing a high standard of recruitment, screening, evaluation and placement of candidates. Our recent accolades include the following: Annual Business Awards (Service Excellence) from the Helderberg Chapter of the Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry PMR Africa Gold Award for an institution doing the most in our sector to stimulate the economic growth and development of the Cape Peninsula.