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Internal Sales Administrator

Join the UK’s Leading Provider of Portable Accommodation and Modular Buildings!

Are you ready to jumpstart your career with a trailblazer in the modular building industry? Look no further! Wernick Hire, the UK's largest and most established supplier of modular buildings and site accommodation, is on the hunt for a dynamic and driven Internal Sales Administrator to join our vibrant team.

About Us:

Founded in 1934, Wernick Group has a rich history of innovation and growth, proudly remaining a family-run business. We’ve more than doubled our profits in the last five years, thanks to our exceptional team. At Wernick, you'll work alongside passionate, enthusiastic professionals who are dedicated to excellence and thrive on a “can-do” attitude.

The Role:

As our new Internal Sales Administrator, you’ll be at the heart of our Internal Sales Team, tackling exciting challenges daily. From preparing customer prequalification questionnaires and crafting compelling quotations to assisting with tender responses and generating insightful reports, your role will be both varied and impactful.

If you’re eager to contribute to a company with a proud legacy and an exciting future, we want to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career journey with Wernick Hire!

Ready to build your future with us? Let’s make it happen!

Important Information
Location: Wernick Hire - Ampthill, Fordfield Road, Millbrook, Bedford, England, Bedfordshire, MK45 2HZ
Date Posted: 16th September 2024
Closing Date: 18th October 2024
Industry: land / Property and Construction
Job Type: Full time
Salary: Based on Experience

About the role

Key Responsibilities:

Sales Administration Support: Manage and compile reports, analyse data, and support various sales administration tasks.

Data Management: Input monetary amounts into spreadsheets or CRM systems for initial and ongoing projects.

Customer Pre-qualification: Complete PQQs by sourcing and utilising information from all Wernick Group departments and supporting documents from our intranet.

Liaison: Coordinate with departments, suppliers, contractors, and clients to ensure accurate and timely quotations.

Reporting: Run internal and customer reports, maintain accurate records, and help achieve sales objectives by supporting general operations.

Email Management: Monitor and action shared email inboxes.

Product Knowledge: Stay updated with new products, features, and Group developments.

Additional Support: Assist with any other duties as required.

Skills and Experience:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail and strong client and colleague relationship skills

Ability to handle a busy workload and remain calm under pressure

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Key Attributes:

Committed to first-class customer service

Enthusiastic team player with a proactive approach

Effective under pressure with strong time management skills

Professional, positive, and ethical demeanor

What You’ll Get in Return:

  • Competitive salary and bonus (with an annual review each January)

  • 35 hour working week with an early finish on a Friday

  • Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)

  • Option to buy extra holidays

  • Option to sell or carry over extra holidays

  • Group pension

  • Life assurance

  • Personal accident cover

  • Family run and well established, secure company (trading 90 years)

  • Employee assistance programme

  • Training and progression opportunities

  • Message the MD/CEO/opportunity to give new ideas

  • Open door policy

  • Employee Referral scheme

  • Benefits scheme (discounted retailers’ scheme)

  • Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers

  • Free onsite parking

  • Christmas shutdown

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company. 

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

What you will need

Required criteria

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent client and colleague relationship, and administration skills
  • Ability to juggle a busy workload and remain calm under pressure
  • IT literate with strong knowledge and experience of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Analytical
  • Excel skills (intermediate)
  • Strong attention to detail

Wernick Group Limited

The Wernick® Group of Companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934, growing from a humble maker of poultry crates to become Britain’s largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation.

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Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?

Rich Heritage, Progressive Future: As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.

Diverse Opportunities: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.

Commitment to Excellence: At Wernick, excellence isn’t just a goal; it's our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.

Continuous Investment in People: We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.

Simplicity and Efficiency: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.

Environmental and Social Responsibility: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.

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Clear path to progression: We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That’s why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.

With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.

Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.

The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands-on experience as you become a member of our team.

The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.

Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.

By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources they need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.

Our benefits

Your Future with the Wernick Group

At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that’s building the future of construction. Join us in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to quality, and let's be 'Altogether Stronger'.

Vacation, Paid time off

Retirement plan and/or pension

Employee development programs

Employee discounts

Free parking

Cycle to work

Referral bonus

Competitive salary

Life insurance

Long service recognition

Free parking or Discounted parking

Employee Assistance Scheme

Wellbeing Scheme

Shopping Cashback

Work With Charities

Social Opportunities

Annual Rise

Profit Share

Employee Recognition Scheme

On the job learning

Progression opportunities

Access to Health & Wellbeing app

Long service awards

Service recognition increases to annual leave

Internal Sales Administrator

The Wernick® Group of Companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934, growing from a humble maker of poultry crates to become Britain’s largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation.