via indeed · 12 June 2026 ·2 days ago

Sales Assistant

Mainline Optical Connections Ltd
Driffield Full-time
Does this job fit you?
Upload your CV and see which ones actually match you.
Upload CV

Job Summary:

Due to ongoing expansion at Mainline Optical Connections our friendly, energetic sales team is expanding, and we are searching for an enthusiastic Sales Assistant to join us.

You will play a vital part in engaging with customers over the phone, supporting sales initiatives, and ensuring excellent customer service. This position is perfect for someone who is highly organised, natural at building relationships, and eager to grow along with our company.

Responsibilities:

· Take incoming calls, assist customers in selecting and purchasing products.

· Process sales orders through Sage 200

· Keep customers records updated in the company’s database as required

· Provide exceptional customer service and address customer inquiries and concerns

· Outgoing sales calls to generate sales

· Collaborate with the sales team to achieve sales targets and goals

· Stay up\-to\-date with product knowledge and promotions

Full time hours : Mon \- Fri 8\.30am \- 5pm

About you:

· Previous Customer Service Experience

· Confident Telephone manner

· Comfortable navigating Windows desktop environments, including Microsoft Packages

· Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.

· Ability to manage workload independently.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

· Ability to work well in a team environment

· Basic math skills, including the ability to calculate discounts, percentages, and sales totals (retail math)

Desirable but not essential:

· Optical experience

· Experience with Sage Sicon CRM system.

· Experience in an Office Role

· Experience with outbound sales (full training will be provided)

What we can offer:

· Bonus Scheme

· Company pension

· Gym membership

· Private Health Scheme

· Employee Wellbeing Assistance Programme

· Discounts on Optical lenses

· Benefits Programme for Discounts on High Street stores and more!

On top of all that, we’ve got a great team culture, meaningful support and tailored training to help you build a lasting career. What are you waiting for?

To apply, please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: From £25,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Gym membership

  • Health \& wellbeing programme

  • Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person

The market for this type of role

Similar openings
5,128
Sales · the UK
Full-time
80%
of Sales roles in the UK
Remote possible
4%
of Sales roles
📊 Sales · the UK
3,066
active jobs
6.6%
Remote
Ø 2d
avg. online
Top skills in demand
SEMExcelCRMERPB2BKPILinkedInSAPSalesforceHubSpot

Frequently asked questions

How many Sales jobs are available in Driffield?
Currently 5,128 Sales roles in Driffield on AlmostHired, across 1,709 different companies. Our data is updated daily.
Do Sales roles offer remote work?
4% of Sales roles in the UK allow remote work, either partial or full. To filter specifically for remote positions, use AlmostHired.
How do I know if I match this role?
Upload your CV — our AI compares your profile to the job requirements and gives you a precise match score, with matching and missing skills.