The posting
At Kids2, we’re really good at what we do. And when we’re great at our jobs, we help parents be great at their jobs.
Parenting is demanding, and that’s where we come in. We want to reimagine how brands can make it easier for early stage parents – not by just selling them products, but by providing holistic solutions that transcend borders, categories and aisles.
No matter our title or department, at Kids2, our job is to create more tiny wins for parents, so they can create bright futures for their little ones. That’s a big task!
We’re serious about what we do, AND we love to have fun. Our team is hardworking, entrepreneurial, and passionate about helping families create millions, if not billions of tiny wins.
SUMMARY
We are seeking a Sales Administrator to join our growing team. This position requires an organized professional who can balance both supporting our Sales Team and help coordinating our Office and Showroom. The ideal candidate will be comfortable juggling responsibilities and priorities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. You'll need exceptional attention to detail, strong communication and organizational skills, and advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint - essential for preparing reports, presentations, and tracking critical business metrics. You will also play a vital role in preparing our Showroom for key Customer meetings with Samples and Displays exhibiting our Brands and New Products.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Sales Support
- Provide administrative support to the Sales Team and serve as a key point of contact for Retail AccountsComplete Customer set-up and Quote sheets Process and coordinate sample requests Monitor Customer websites for accurate images, logos, and specifications; report and correct discrepancies as needed
- Support with Customer meetings and previews, including preparation of presentations, materials and samples
- Assist Sales Team in tracking market trends and retail activityConduct regular store and website visits to assess product placement and market landscapes
- Manage special sales projects assigned to support growth and Team objectives
- Work cross-functionally with internal UK, European and Global Teams
- Other duties and responsibilities as required
Office Support
- Serve as first point of contact for office-related inquiries and needs including Visitors, Contractors, Facilities and Building management
- Order and manage office supplies
- Coordinate catering for Customer meetings, internal events and company functions
- Manage showroom maintenance and presentation:Oversee UK office sample management process, including maintaining an up-to-date sample tracker and coordinating shipments Ensure showroom is fully stocked and displayed with current samples and marketing materials Maintain sample storeroom with latest product inventory
- Arrange courier and postal collections for the office
- Other duties and responsibilities as required
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- 3 years previous sales support experience is mandatory
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- German native, Fluent English
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to manage multiple projects from beginning to end
EDUCATION & SKILLS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Sales, Marketing or equivalent work experience
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- None required
COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk or hear.
- The team member frequently is required to sit; have flexible use of hands; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The team member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and taste or smell.
- The team member must regularly lift and/or move up to 4.5 kilograms and occasionally lift and/or move up to 11 - 25 kilograms.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- General office environment
- Based in the UK office
We offer competitive pay, flexible hours, and generous benefits. Plus, to keep things fun (because we are all kids at heart), we offer a host of team member activities and philanthropic efforts throughout the year and company-wide awards and recognition for a job well done!
Check out our website at www.kids2.com and our social media pages on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram for more information and open positions in the career section.
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