Sales Administration Manager

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The business

What is an Administrative Sales Manager?

The position of sales administration manager is the very reflection and assurance of the company vis-à-vis the customer. In fact, this job tends to ensure the conformity of exchanges, from the drawing up of the contract to the delivery of the order. Although this may sound simple, in practice the job is complex. So what do you need to know about the Sales Administration Manager?

Its role

The administrative sales manager is responsible for everything to do with selling products and/or services to customers. From the moment a sale is scheduled, the Sales Administrator comes into play to ensure that it goes smoothly.

Its field of action

The Sales Administration Manager focuses on the administrative side of the trade. He or she ensures that everything complies with the sales contract, but also that it is up to standard. At the same time, they ensure that the interests of the company in which they work are always protected first and foremost.

The functions

What are the duties of the Sales Administration Manager?

The tasks of the Sales Administration Manager are numerous and consist mainly of a panoply of micro tasks. But it is still possible to present them as a whole.

take an active part in drawing up a sales contract with a customer

ensure compliance with all the above conditions

follow up customers in the event of non-payment

ensuring that the company meets its commitments to the customer, particularly with regard to delivery times.

monitor all sales products

ensure stock management for customers and product quality

Qualifications

The qualities and skills needed to be a good Sales Administration Manager

As Sales Administration Managers are in direct contact with the company’s customers, they need to have good interpersonal skills. They also need to be autonomous and have excellent organisational skills.

Administrative sales managers need to have good leadership skills in order to manage their teams. Finally, they must be able to withstand pressure and, above all, be capable of negotiating even in the most critical situations.

In terms of the skills required, the Sales Administration Manager must master the following areas:

The trade

Communication

Management

Commercial and company law

Office automation

Compatibility

The benefits

What are the advantages of working as a Sales Administration Manager?

Becoming a Sales Administration Manager requires a number of personal qualities. It’s clear that this job has a lot to offer you in terms of personal development.

Working as an Administrative Sales Manager will help you to develop your character, particularly in the art of negotiation, but also in your social skills. It also gives you the chance to become versatile.

With all the knowledge you need to do the job, you can also consider a new job prospect in the future. It’s perfectly possible for a sales administration manager to set up his or her own business and work on a self-employed basis.

List of other opportunities in the management sector.

Remuneration

Sales administration manager: salary and career development

The salary of an administrative sales manager depends on a number of criteria, including the structure of the company and the seniority and experience of the manager. However, an entry-level sales administration manager can earn an average of €30,000 a year. On the other hand, a senior employee with many years’ experience can easily earn double that.

As far as career development is concerned, a good Sales Administration Manager can move up to a more senior position if he or she has what it takes. For example, they could become sales manager, administrative and financial manager or even branch or shop manager.

Up to

30 000€

Salary per year

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