Sales Assistant

Scriveiner is the UK's leading designer and manufacturer of affordable luxury pens since its launch in 2019. The Scriveiner range became an official bestselling brand in Amazon's US and UK marketplaces, and it is trusted by hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide. Scriveiner was founded by entrepreneurs Yanning Li and her husband Justin Lowes, who, having lived internationally, subscribe to a lifestyle of 'luxury minimalism."

The mission of establishing Scriveiner is to create beautiful, fit-for-purpose items that enrich people's lives in their everyday use. The pens have resonated with customers worldwide, leading to the company and its founders winning many prestigious awards, including the King's Award for Enterprise, Growing Business Awards, Sunday Times 100, Fast Growth 50, New York, European and International Product Design Awards, The Great British Entrepreneur Awards and The Stevies™- International Business Awards.

The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team in daily operations, including managing schedules, organizing sales data, and preparing reports.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, to maintain and analyze sales data, track performance metrics, and generate financial reports.
• Conduct thorough research on the internet and within databases to gather relevant market and competitor information.
• Understand and apply concepts of sales margins, retail, wholesale, and distribution channels to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze Profit and Loss (P&L) statements to identify trends, forecast sales, and recommend adjustments to improve profitability.
• Learn and execute complex, repetitive procedures with accuracy and efficiency.
• Prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring that all goals and deadlines are met.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong self-motivation and goal orientation.
• Support the development and execution of sales strategies to drive business growth.
  
  

Ideal Profile

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong emphasis on Excel.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal to effectively liaise with stakeholders in the region.
• Ability to learn and perform complex, repetitive tasks with a high level of accuracy.
• Solid understanding of sales, margins, and the ability to interpret P&L statements.
• Familiarity with retail, wholesale, and retail distribution channels.
• Skilled in conducting internet and database research.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Goal-oriented with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales assistant or similar role.
• Experience in the retail or wholesale industry.
• Knowledge of CRM software and sales tracking tools.
  
  

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity within a company with a solid track record of performance
• Flexible working options
• Opportunity to make a positive impact