Administrative Assistant and Sales Support

Job in Strand, 7140, South Africa

Listing for: Helderberg Personnel CC

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-07

Job specializations:

Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration, Data Entry, Clerical
Business
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration

Location: Strand

Strand - My client, an established building supplies retailer is seeking a proactive and organised Administrative Assistant and Sales Support professional to join.

This is a full-time, office-based position offering an excellent opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys providing both administrative and sales support. The company operates from warehouses with offices, trucks, and delivery vehicles.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent organisational and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive administrative support to the team on a daily basis
Manage correspondence, maintain accurate records, and prepare various business documents
Perform filing, data capturing, and general office administration duties
Handle incoming calls, respond to enquiries, and welcome clients and visitors professionally
Assist with sales administration and customer service support
Coordinate deliveries, process orders, and assist with basic logistics administration
Ensure efficient office operations and support the smooth running of day-to-day business activities

Sales Support Responsibilities

Assisting the sales team with quotations
Order processing
Updating customer information
Following up on inquiries
Communicating with customers in a professional manner
Supporting the preparation of sales reports
Collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth office and sales operations

Qualifications

Strong administrative assistance and clerical skills, including document management, data entry, and general office support
Experience in executive administrative assistance, supporting managers or team leaders with scheduling, correspondence, and coordination
Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers, suppliers, and colleagues
Ability to support basic sales activities, such as order processing, preparing quotations, invoicing etc
Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., email, word processing, excel spreadsheets) and comfort learning internal systems
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Customer-focused approach, reliability, and a collaborative working style
Prior experience in an administrative or sales support role; experience in a trading, logistics, or timber/wood products environment is an advantage