We are looking for a Commercial Assistant to join our dynamic Sales team based in Pinetown or Johannesburg, South Africa. We are looking for someone who is customer focused, with excellent planning, execution, and communication skills. Someone who is passionate about what they do and has the ability to add value and walk the path in growing our business with us!
About The Role
The Commercial Assistant will be responsible for a range of administrative, secretarial and support functions to assist the Commercial Business - Sales and Marketing, with their day-to-day activities. This role reports directly to the Sales Director, South Africa & Anglophone Africa.
We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, with a growth mindset, passionate and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.
What You Will Do
- Responsible for the planning, preparation and co-ordination of workshops, functions, trainings, and conferences;
- Receive and process Commercial invoices for payment;
- Manage, coordinate, and distribute marketing promotional material;
- Manage courier services, as well as internal and external mail;
- Update and maintain all Commercial documents, contracts and data;
- Provide administrative support to the Sales Director and Management team;
- Responsible for meeting scheduling, coordination and providing administrative support;
- Assist with travel and accommodation arrangements.
- Manage the order placement and distribution of goods. I.e. corporate gifts, stationery and office items.
- Support with ad hoc projects, tender sample packing and all-round activity requirements.
- Must have matric and preferably a post matric qualification in related field. I.e. Sales & Marketing or Administration;
- Minimum 3 years' administration and assistance experience in a similar role;
- Excellent computer skills - Microsoft package experience is essential, and SAP knowledge;
- Must be an excellent communicator (written, verbal and listening) and be able to engage in a professional manner with internal and external stakeholders at all levels;
- Must be able to work independently and be a team player,
- Must be able to work under pressure, with strong prioritizing and organization skills;
- Must be able to multitask, work with attention to detail and accuracy;
- Must be fluent in English.
At Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.
Collaborative and Inclusive Culture | Empowering & Engaged Leaders | Working with Powerful Purpose & Sustainable Impact | Learning and Growing in your Career | Supporting Well-being & Sustainable Working Life | Life-changing Innovations | Competitive Total rewards
Location
Pinetown or Johannesburg, South Africa
Together, we are improving lives, every day.
Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.
Application End Date:
13 Jun 2024
