Sales & Purchasing Administrator

Sales & Purchasing Administrator

Location: Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Job Type: Permanent | Full-time
Salary: Competitive (DOE)

About the Role

Reed is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, UK-based manufacturing business with international operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, friendly head office team in a varied and hands-on role that plays a key part in the day-to-day commercial success of the business.

The Sales & Purchasing Administrator will support sales administration, purchasing, stock control, and general office duties, working closely with both UK and overseas customers and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Administration

• Process customer orders accurately and efficiently


• Prepare invoices and sales documentation


• Liaise with UK and international customers regarding orders and deliveries


• Handle customer enquiries and provide professional support

• Request quotes and raise purchase orders with suppliers


• Process supplier invoices and shipping documentation


• Liaise with UK and overseas suppliers


• Support stock planning through demand tracking and reviews

• Monitor stock levels and trigger reorders when required


• Coordinate despatches and deliveries to ensure customer deadlines are met


• Maintain accurate stock and transaction records

• Answer telephone calls and manage general enquiries


• Coordinate post, couriers, and visitors


• Provide wider admin support within a small team environment

• Proven experience in an administrative role (sales, purchasing, or office-based)


• Highly organised with strong attention to detail


• Confident communicator with a professional, customer-focused approach


• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment


• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)


• Experience using ERP/CRM systems is beneficial


• Exposure to international shipping or logistics is advantageous but not essential

• Permanent, stable role within a long-established business


• Varied position offering exposure across sales, purchasing, and logistics


• Supportive, close-knit team environment


• Opportunity to work with international customers and suppliers

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