Sales Administrator

Arnold Clark Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Preston is seeking a Sales Administrator to join their busy Sales Administration department. The ideal candidate will be organised and detail-oriented, ensuring accurate vehicle stock records and efficient processing of vehicle sales. You will communicate effectively with the sales team and maintain high standards under pressure. This full-time position offers competitive benefits including generous annual leave and employee discounts.

Benefits

33 days’ annual leave

Flexible leave

Generous employee discounts

Private healthcare

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• High level of organisation and the ability to multi-task.
• Fantastic communication skills required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicle stock records are accurate and up to date.
• Tax and invoice vehicle sales efficiently.
• Confirm all vehicle stock details and ensure accurate online advertising.
• Obtain, record, and file appropriate vehicle documents.
• Produce accurate vehicle sales invoices.

Skills

Fantastic communication skills

High level of organisation

Strong attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Calm under pressure

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re looking for an organised Sales Administrator to work in our PrestonMotorstore.

We offer:

• 33 days’ annual leave
• Flexible leave
• Generous employee discounts
• Private healthcare
• Workplace pension
• …and much more

Hours

Full time: Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5pm

About the role

Working in our busy, fast-moving Sales Administration department, you’ll be responsible for making sure our vehicle stock records are accurate and up to date.

Reporting to the branch accountant, you will also ensure that vehicle sales are taxed and invoiced efficiently to ensure a smooth customer experience.

For this role, you will need a high level of organisation and accuracy, as well as the ability to work well with others.

Day-to-day duties

• Bringing purchased vehicles into our stock records in an accurate and prompt manner
• Confirming all vehicle stock details recorded are correct and vehicles are accurately advertised online
• Ensuring appropriate vehicle documents are obtained, recorded and securely filed
• Carrying out the taxation of sold vehicles in time for customer delivery
• Producing accurate and timely vehicle sales invoices that match the signed customer order form
• Ensuring all vehicle sales documentation is correct and vehicle payment is received
• Gaining an understanding of manufacturer systems and bonuses for new vehicles

Essential skills

• Fantastic communication skills
• A high level of organisation and the ability to multi-task
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to stay calm and work accurately, even under pressure
• Team player who can also work on their own initiative

Nice to have (but not essential)

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Our Culture

Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do – diverse in our make-up, united in our goals.

To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.