Sales Administrator - Meat Traders

SUMMARY:
Meat Traders Abattoir is a high-volume, large-scale meat processing operation based in Komani, Eastern Cape. We are looking for an accurate, organised and deadline-driven Sales Administrator to support our busy sales department, keeping order processing, invoicing and customer accounts running smoothly in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment.
About the Role
The Sales Administrator provides administrative and operational support to the sales team by processing high volumes of sales orders, preparing accurate invoicing and documentation, and coordinating with production, dispatch and customers to ensure orders are fulfilled correctly and on time.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

• Process and capture sales orders accurately and timeously on the system.
• Prepare and issue accurate invoices, credit notes, delivery notes and supporting documentation.
• Liaise daily with sales reps, production and dispatch to ensure orders are fulfilled in full and on time.
• Maintain and update customer account records, price lists and stock/order information.
• Handle customer queries, order amendments and complaints promptly and professionally.
• Monitor stock allocations against orders to help prevent shortages and delays.
• Assist with debtors/credit control administration and account reconciliations.
• Compile daily and weekly sales reports and statistics for management.
• Provide general administrative support to the sales team and sales representatives.
• Maintain accurate filing and record-keeping in line with company policies and food safety requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• A certificate or diploma in Business Administration, Sales or Office Administration.
• At least 2–3 years’ experience in a sales administration, order processing or similar admin role.
• Experience within the meat, FMCG or food production industry is advantageous.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel; experience with an ERP/accounting system (e.g. Pastel, Syspro or SAP) is an advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluent in English, Xhosa an advantage.
• Highly organised, accurate and detail-oriented, with strong numerical skills.
• Able to work under pressure, manage high order volumes and meet strict deadlines.
• Reliable, trustworthy and able to work well within a team.

Meat Traders Abattoir reserves the right not to make a placement. Due to the high number of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not be contacted within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Meat Traders Abattoir is an equal opportunity employer.

 

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