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A growing, forward-thinking manufacturing business is looking to appoint a Sales Administrator to support its customer and production operations. This is a varied, hands-on position sitting at the heart of the business, where you will act as the key link between customers, production, and logistics. You will be responsible for ensuring orders are processed accurately, production timelines are met, and customers are kept informed every step of the way. Key responsibilities for the Sales Administrator include: Manage customer orders from point of receipt through to delivery Liaise with production teams to track progress and manage lead times Keep customers updated on order status, resolving any issues proactively Work closely with logistics providers to coordinate shipments (UK & international) Prepare and check documentation for dispatch and delivery Support purchasing activities and supplier coordination Handle customer enquiries and always provide a high level of service Assist with quotations, pricing and general commercial administration The ideal Sales Administrator will have a background within manufacturing or production with regular exposure to internal and external stakeholders. This role would suit someone who enjoys being at the centre of operations, thrives in a busy, team-focused environment, and wants to use their experience to make a real difference to both customer experience and business performance. What's on offer for the Sales Administrator Salary circa 30,000 (depending on experience) Stable, growing business with a strong order book Varied, integral role with real responsibility Supportive and collaborative team environment ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

We are a well-established recruitment agency with a reputation for delivering high-quality recruitment solutions to Engineering and Manufacturing businesses across the UK. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an ambitious Recruitment Area Manager to lead and develop our Industrial Engineering (Blue Collar) temporary recruitment division across our Redditch, Birmingham and Wolverhampton branches. As a Recruitment Area Manager, you will manage a team of consultants across all locations, with responsibility for developing and expanding the team as the business continues to grow. This is a hands-on role requiring a strong blend of leadership, business development and strategic planning. The successful Recruitment Area Manager will be actively involved in winning new business, attending client visits, developing key accounts and identifying opportunities for growth across the region. Alongside managing team performance, the Recruitment Area Manager will play a key role in shaping the future direction of our temporary recruitment offering. Key responsibilities: - Lead, manage and develop a team of consultants across Redditch, Birmingham and Wolverhampton. - Grow our Industrial Engineering (Blue Collar) temporary recruitment division. - Generate new business opportunities and expand existing client relationships. - Attend client meetings and site visits to develop long-term partnerships. - Create and implement strategic growth plans across the region. - Coach, mentor and support consultants to maximise performance. - Monitor KPIs, revenue and profitability. - Identify opportunities to recruit and develop additional team members. - Ensure high standards of service delivery and compliance. The ideal candidate: - Experienced Recruitment Manager, Branch Manager, Team Leader or Senior Consultant with a background in temporary recruitment. - Proven success within industrial, engineering, manufacturing or blue-collar recruitment. - Strong business development and account management experience. - A hands-on leader who can inspire, coach and develop teams. - Commercially driven with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. - Passionate about growth, performance and delivering exceptional customer service. Benefits - 25 days holiday, rising to 30 with length of service, plus bank holidays. - Bonus. - Car allowance. - Hybrid working options. - Regular salary reviews. - Private GP and healthcare cover. - Pension scheme. - Comprehensive training, development and career progression. - Regular social events. We invest heavily in our people, technology and infrastructure, giving you the tools to focus on what you do best. If you're looking for an opportunity to combine leadership, business development and strategic growth within a thriving engineering recruitment business, apply today. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Sales Manager to join a well-established and highly regarded UK-based manufacturing business. Recognised for delivering precision-engineered solutions to a diverse international customer base across demanding, highly regulated industries, they are experiencing continued growth. With a strong heritage, advanced production capabilities and a reputation for technical excellence, the company works in close partnership with its customers to develop bespoke solutions critical to performance and reliability. Reporting to the UK Sales Director, the Sales Manager will lead and develop a small, high-performing sales team, overseeing Key Account Managers, Sales Engineers and Technical Support staff. Your primary focus will be to maximise growth within key existing accounts, which represent the majority of company turnover, through a structured and consultative sales approach. You will oversee all incoming enquiries, RFQs and technical responses, ensuring customers receive commercially competitive and technically robust solutions. Sales Manager (Hybrid Working) Key Responsibilities - Lead, mentor and develop a team of sales professionals, driving performance and ensuring targets are achieved - Manage and grow key customer accounts through a consultative, relationship-led sales approach - Interpret and clarify complex customer requirements, translating them into commercially viable technical solutions - Oversee the preparation of quotations and proposals, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness and alignment with customer expectations - Negotiate and implement long-term agreements covering design, manufacture and supply - Collaborate closely with internal departments including Design, Production, Procurement and Business Development as well as external partners, to deliver optimal solutions - Build and maintain strong relationships across OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, positioning the business at the forefront of new and emerging projects About the Ideal Sales Manager - Hybrid Working - Proven experience in a technical sales environment, ideally within aerospace, oil & gas, defence or similarly regulated industries - Strong background in account management, with a track record of developing and growing key customer relationships - Experience leading or mentoring a sales team, with the ability to inspire and drive performance - Technically minded, with the ability to engage confidently with engineers and stakeholders at all levels - Commercially aware, with a consultative approach to sales and problem-solving This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking and growing organisation that offers genuine career progression, ongoing development and the autonomy to make a real impact. You will play a key role in shaping customer relationships and driving future growth within an established and respected business. If this interests you and you believe you have the skills needed to succeed in this role, then please apply via the link in this advert. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A leading manufacturer of automation solutions for the plastics industry is seeking a talented Sales Engineer to join their growing team, covering customers across the North of the UK and Ireland. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong technical background in Injection Moulding who enjoys working with customers and wants to use their industry knowledge in a role that combines engineering expertise, problem-solving and relationship building. Up to 55,000 + bonus + car Homebased - North You will play a key role in understanding customer requirements, providing technical solutions, and helping manufacturers improve efficiency, productivity and automation within their operations. As a Technical Sales Engineer, you will be responsible for: - Identifying and developing new business opportunities across your territory. - Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing, lapsed, and prospective customers. - Visiting customer sites throughout the UK to understand their requirements and provide tailored solutions. - Delivering technical advice and support, helping customers maximise productivity and efficiency. - Promoting and selling automation solutions. - Managing sales opportunities from initial enquiry through to quotation, negotiation, order and project completion. To be successful as a Sales Engineer, you will have: - A strong technical understanding of injection moulding processes, machinery, and robotics / automation. - Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels. - A strong commercial awareness and a genuine interest in developing customer relationships. - A proactive, self-motivated approach, with the ability to work independently and manage your own territory. - The ambition to build a long-term career in technical sales. - A full UK driving licence and the flexibility to travel throughout the UK. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious individual to establish themselves within a respected and well-known organisation at the forefront of plastics automation. If you enjoy taking a consultative approach, understanding customers' manufacturing challenges, and delivering solutions that genuinely improve productivity and drive business growth, this role offers the perfect platform to build a rewarding long-term career. If you're ready to combine your technical expertise with a customer-focused role that offers genuine career progression, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.