Sales Administrator – Temp to Permanent (Gateshead)

About the role

We are looking for an organised Sales Administrator to join our Key Accounts team in Team Valley, Gateshead. The role starts as a temporary assignment with the genuine prospect of becoming permanent for the right candidate. You will work closely with Key Account Managers to ensure orders are processed smoothly and customers receive an outstanding service experience.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing and processing customer quotations.
• Inputting and maintaining customer orders using internal systems.
• Ensuring product specifications, pricing and customer details are accurate.
• Providing customers with regular order updates and progress reports.
• Coordinating stock allocation, availability and arranging deliveries.
• Uploading documentation to support invoicing and debtor processes.
• Liaising with internal departments to resolve customer queries efficiently.
• Supporting Key Account Managers with day‑to‑day management of customer accounts.
• Maintaining accurate customer records and ensuring compliance.

Required profile

• Organised administrator with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work Monday‑Friday, 8:30 am‑5:00 pm.
• Immediate availability or short notice period (1 week).
• Comfortable working in a busy, supportive office environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• £13.00 per hour.
• Immediate start.
• Monday‑Friday, 37.5 hours per week (8:30 am‑5:00 pm).
• Weekly pay through Office Angels.
• 28 days paid annual leave (accrued weekly).
• Pension scheme.
• Eye‑care vouchers and high‑street discount scheme.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Full‑time office‑based role with a supportive team.
• Temporary assignment with genuine long‑term opportunity to become permanent.