Sales Administrator

About the role

A recruitment agency is advertising a permanent Sales Administrator position in Canterbury, New Zealand, for a client that supplies machinery, equipment and related services to the rural sector. The role is a varied coordination position supporting the sales team while working with suppliers, customers, service departments and freight providers. It covers machinery orders, inventory records, logistics, warranty registrations, invoicing, reconciliations and general sales administration.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administration and coordination support to the sales team
• Answer machinery administration and logistics enquiries by phone and email
• Prepare purchase orders and keep supplier confirmations and inventory records up to date
• Coordinate freight, shipping documentation and customs requirements where needed
• Help with machinery invoicing, sales agreements and finance documentation
• Contribute to system and process improvements, including the move to Microsoft Business Central

Required profile

• Previous experience in administration, sales support, logistics, inventory or finance support
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• High attention to detail with orders, invoices and stock records
• Clear communication skills and a professional approach with customers and suppliers
• Practical, proactive attitude and willingness to support the wider team
• Only New Zealand residents or citizens will be considered

Required skills

• Confident use of Microsoft Office and readiness to learn new business systems
• Experience with ERP software, Microsoft Business Central or similar systems is beneficial

What we offer

• A respected, long-established New Zealand-owned business
• A varied role across sales, inventory, logistics and finance administration
• Closely working with an experienced and supportive machinery team

Applications are made online and acknowledged within five working days; interested candidates can also ask for a confidential conversation with the recruiter.