Automotive Equipment Ltd
Customer Service and Sales Support Coordinator
Lusaka
Full-Time
Mid-Level
Bachelor's Degree
Posted 15 days ago
Administration
Key Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Sales & Marketing, Customer Service, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in customer service, sales support, internal sales, order processing, or administrative support.
- Previous experience within the automotive, industrial equipment, engineering, logistics, manufacturing, mining, or technical industries is highly advantageous.
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Sage, Syspro, Pastel, or similar business management systems.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong understanding of sales administration and customer order management processes.
- Ability to manage multiple customer accounts and prioritise competing deadlines.
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong customer service orientation with a professional and positive attitude.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to resolve customer queries and manage difficult situations professionally.
- Strong coordination skills with the ability to work across multiple departments.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
- High level of integrity, reliability, and accountability.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customer enquiries, product information, and order updates.
- Deliver exceptional customer service by responding promptly and professionally to all customer communications.
- Prepare accurate quotations and pricing proposals within required turnaround times.
- Follow up on outstanding quotations to maximise sales opportunities and conversion rates.
- Process customer orders accurately and ensure all required documentation is completed.
- Monitor customer orders from receipt through to successful delivery.
- Coordinate with procurement, warehouse, logistics, suppliers, and the sales team to ensure efficient order fulfilment.
- Communicate order progress, lead times, stock availability, and delivery schedules to customers.
- Proactively identify potential delays and provide timely updates and alternative solutions.
- Resolve customer complaints and escalate complex issues where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate customer records and transaction history within the ERP/CRM system.
- Generate reports on quotations, sales orders, outstanding deliveries, and customer service performance.
- Support the sales team with administrative tasks, customer documentation, pricing requests, and tender submissions.
- Ensure all customer files, contracts, and supporting documentation are accurate and up to date.
- Assist with branch administration and provide operational support when required.
- Build and maintain strong long-term customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
- Collaborate with internal teams to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and service standards.
Key Skills
- Excellent customer relationship management skills.
- Strong sales administration and quotation preparation abilities.
- Order processing and order management expertise.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills.
- Strong time management and multitasking abilities.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent follow-up and customer coordination skills.
- Analytical thinking with the ability to interpret customer requirements.
- Proficiency in ERP/CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong administrative and record-keeping skills.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
- Professional telephone and email communication skills.
- Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Sales & Marketing, Customer Service, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in customer service, sales support, internal sales, or sales administration.
- Experience working within the automotive, industrial equipment, engineering, manufacturing, logistics, or mining sectors is highly advantageous.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Sage, Syspro, Pastel, or similar.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Additional training or certifications in customer service, sales administration, supply chain management, or business administration will be advantageous.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating customer orders, quotations, deliveries, and after-sales support.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
How to Apply
Apply using the following link: https://www.recruitmentmattersafrica.com/careers/?job_id=z5G7h3l6a1kMvyS65NP3c-QkrkEVnlT9pr9AdVNWPTo=