Sales Administration

About this role

Position: Sales Administrator
Working Hours: US Hours (8am-4pm EST)
Full-Time, Remote Work.
Salary: R19,500–R21,500
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Sales Administrator to support the Salesman with managing leads, tracking follow-ups, and assisting throughout the sales process.
This role is ideal for someone who is analytical, well-spoken, and highly organised, with the ability to consistently manage and track multiple leads while ensuring that follow-ups are completed on time. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the sales function and helping move opportunities through to closing.
Key Responsibilities

• Support the Salesman with day-to-day sales activities and administration.

• Track and maintain accurate records of incoming and existing leads.

• Monitor the sales pipeline and ensure leads are consistently followed up on.

• Assist with scheduling and coordinating follow-up calls and meetings.

• Communicate professionally with prospective clients and customers.

• Identify leads requiring further follow-up and ensure no opportunities are missed.

• Assist with moving leads through the sales process and supporting deal closure.

• Maintain accurate notes, updates, and records within the relevant CRM or tracking system.

• Provide regular updates on lead activity, follow-ups, and deal progress.

• Assist with identifying gaps or delays in the sales process and proactively follow up where needed.

• Work closely with the Salesman to ensure leads are managed efficiently and opportunities are progressed.

Requirements

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Sales Assistant, Sales Support, Lead Generation, Business Development, Customer Service, or similar role is preferred.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to track information and identify priorities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Well-spoken and confident when communicating with prospective clients.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to consistently manage follow-ups and keep accurate records.

• Comfortable working with CRM systems, spreadsheets, and other sales tracking tools.

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks.

• Proactive and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Originally posted on Himalayas