Role Purpose To respond proactively to customer requirements from initial enquiry to completion of sale, in a cost-effective and profitable way, to ensure the customer is satisfied by the service received from the organisation and we have delivered what we promised in all aspects. Key Responsibilities Receive, input, update and process customer orders into our system, recording any customer requirements. Progress orders establishing availability, ensuring our delivery promise is achieved and internal / external customers are updated. Respond to telephone enquiries in an efficient, friendly and professional manner, ensuring that the customer receives the information required in order to achieve a sale. Recognise and pass on relevant intelligence and or information to the appropriate internal source. Use good practice to resolve customer issues in a proactive, timely manner, ensuring customer needs are satisfied. Manage technical enquiries directly or indirectly based on the complexity and personal knowledge, to satisfy the customer’s requirements. Update personal knowledge of the company’s products and services to deliver a high level of service. Customer services experience within manufacturing businesses (technical / engineering products preferred). Experience of using ERP/MRP and data base systems, including order entry and stock management systems. Using Microsoft Word and Excel (including Pivot tables). Answering telephone customer service enquiries. K.P.I’s: Order Entry accuracy - Orders Processed - Number of Telephone Calls received Person specification and background Numerate, analytical, able to manipulate and interpret data. Aptitude for accuracy, detail and spotting discrepancies. Good knowledge of Excel (including Pivot tables), Word and PowerPoint. Building effective relationships in a cross functional work environment. Communication and influencing skills. To work in a team, under direct instruction and under own initiative within guidelines. Working to deadlines, budgets and conforming to agreed operating guidelines. Flexible. Conscientious, always looking for opportunities to improve efficiency and quality of service. Proactive, as opposed to reactive. Organisational values Progressive Agile Trusted Approachable We encourage you to submit a supporting letter along with your application. This letter should highlight relevant experience and explain why you are a strong fit for the role.