Sales Administrator

About us

Book Space is one of the UK’s leading innovators in school library design. We create modern, inspiring school libraries that encourage young learners to engage in reading. All of our products are designed to present books in a positive way, make choosing easier and create an environment that allows children to immerse themselves in reading.

• Answering telephone calls
• Processing customer orders
• Responding to customer enquiries in a timely manner via email and telephone
• Supporting a busy design team with quoting library projects
• Booking installation dates with customers, fitters and raising sales contracts
• Contacting customers to arrange delivery dates and arranging transport with couriers
• Raising purchase orders and liaising with suppliers as required.
• Sending monthly statements
• Inputting data accurately on to Sage
• Posting catalogues and samples to customers
• Monitoring and ordering office stationery
• Assisting with preparing light stock orders for despatch.
• Supporting the team with annual stock takes and inventory checks.
• Proofreading marketing materials to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• There may also be opportunities to get involved with social media activities, depending on interest.

• GCSE Maths and English (A-C)
• Understanding of Sage 50 Accounts preferred but not essential
• Functional IT skills and use of Microsoft packages
• Professional telephone manner
• Customer focused and friendly
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Good grammar and spelling
• Attention to detail
• Good time management
• Willingness to help the team as required

Full-time

Monday to Friday – 9am – 5pm.

£26,000 - £28,000 depending on experience

The role is office-based from Monday to Thursday, with the option to work from home on Fridays. The office is located in the Jewellery Quarter in Birmingham and is close to public transportation links. Please note parking is not available on site.

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Bonus scheme

To apply, please send your CV with cover letter.

Closing date : 16th January 2025

proposed start date of 16th March.