Full job descriptionWe are looking for a Sales & Marketing Assistant to join a growing industrial sales and distribution business.
This is a varied and exciting role for someone who is creative, organised and commercially minded, with an interest in both marketing and sales. You will play an important role in helping us promote our products and services, develop engaging marketing content, support the sales team and identify new potential customers. This role is suitable for someone looking to make their first move in to this kind of role.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working across a variety of marketing channels, from digital content and social media to printed materials and industry events. You will also have the opportunity to get involved in lead generation, contacting prospective customers and helping to identify businesses that could benefit from our products and services.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to develop a broad range of skills across marketing, sales and business development within a growing industrial business.
Key ResponsibilitiesMarketing*Create engaging marketing content for online and offline channels.
*Assist with the creation of website content, email campaigns, social media posts, newsletters and promotional materials.
*Help produce product information, brochures, presentations and other sales and marketing collateral.
*Assist with planning and delivering marketing campaigns.
*Help maintain and develop the company’s online presence and social media channels.
*Support the promotion of new products, services and company initiatives.
*Create and coordinate content for industry events, exhibitions and trade shows.
*Assist with organising and preparing for customer and industry events.
*Help manage marketing materials, promotional items and event requirements.
*Monitor marketing activity and provide feedback on engagement and results.
Sales Support*Provide day-to-day administrative and organisational support to the Sales Manager.
*Help maintain accurate customer and prospect records.
*Support the sales team with research into existing and potential customers.
*Help ensure sales opportunities and customer information are kept up to date within the company’s systems.
*Research potential new customers and target markets..
About YouWe are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, proactive and keen to develop a career across both sales and marketing.
You will ideally have:
*Some previous experience in a marketing, sales support, business development or customer-facing role.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
*A confident and professional telephone manner.
*The ability to create clear, engaging and professional written content.
*Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
*Confidence speaking with potential customers and asking questions to understand their needs.
*A proactive approach to identifying opportunities and getting things done.
*The ability to work independently while also supporting the wider team.
*Good computer skills and confidence using Microsoft Office.
*A willingness to learn about technical products and understand the needs of industrial customers.