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A Sales Administrator in the automotive industry plays a key role in supporting the sales team and ensuring smooth operations within the sales department. Their responsibilities often include administrative tasks, coordinating with other departments, and helping drive the sales process forward. The automotive industry, which includes vehicle manufacturers, dealerships, parts suppliers, and related services, demands an organized and detail-oriented individual in this role. Key Responsibilities: Sales Support: Assist the sales team with preparing and processing quotes, sales orders, and contracts. Maintain customer records, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information in CRM systems. Follow up on sales leads and customer inquiries, providing timely responses and support. Order Management: Manage the order lifecycle, from order creation to delivery, ensuring all documents are correct and processed efficiently. Liaise with inventory management or manufacturing teams to confirm product availability and lead times. Track order status and provide updates to customers as needed. Customer Communication: Act as a point of contact for customers, handling inquiries, complaints, and providing solutions as needed. Coordinate between customers, the sales team, and other departments (logistics, finance, production) to ensure smooth operations. Documentation & Reporting: Prepare sales reports, track KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), and ensure that sales data is accurately recorded and reported. Maintain up-to-date records of customer interactions and sales activities. Assist in preparing presentations or reports for management, summarizing sales performance, forecasts, and market trends. Inventory and Supply Chain Coordination: Work with the supply chain and logistics teams to track inventory and ensure timely delivery of automotive products (vehicles, parts, accessories). Monitor stock levels and help manage the ordering of parts or vehicles when needed. Coordination with Finance: Ensure that all invoicing, credit checks, and payment processing related to sales orders are completed promptly. Assist the finance department with customer account queries and follow up on overdue payments. Market & Product Knowledge: Stay updated on the latest industry trends, product offerings, and competitive market dynamics to provide relevant insights to the sales team. Help identify opportunities for cross-selling or up-selling based on customer needs and preferences. Customer Relationship Management (CRM): Utilize CRM tools to track customer interactions, manage follow-ups, and ensure data integrity. Monitor customer satisfaction and work to maintain positive long-term relationships.

Welcome to Clays, the ultimate indoor clay shooting experience and cocktail bar! We bring the thrill of a British clay target shooting weekend to the heart of the city, making this exhilarating sport safe, fun, and accessible for everyone. Whether you're seeking an adrenaline-packed day with friends or a lively evening with colleagues, Clays is the perfect spot for unforgettable, fun-filled experiences. JOIN US IN BIRMINGHAM As we expand locally and globally, we’re excited to announce our newest venue in Birmingham—our most thrilling location yet! This is your opportunity to help shape the future of Clays in one of the UK’s most vibrant cities. We're bringing the energy, excitement, and signature Clays experience to Birmingham, and we need passionate individuals to join us on this exciting journey. Careers at Clays are loaded with possibilities. We’re dedicated to not only growing our brand but also investing in the growth of our team. From top-notch training through Clayers Academy, to ample opportunities for personal development, we offer a vibrant workplace where independent thinkers come together to craft unforgettable experiences for our guests. We’ve been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Retail, Hospitality & Leisure for 2024 by Great Place To Work UK! We’re all about creating a workplace filled with integrity, fun, and teamwork. But don’t just take our word for it—here's what our Clayers have to say: “You can be yourself here. The company values character and willingness to learn over prior knowledge. They provide all the training you need, and your progress is entirely up to you.” “Mistakes are stepping stones here, and no one is frowned upon for making them. We learn from each other, which is unique in a workplace.” If you’re looking for a role where you can grow and be part of a dynamic, fun-loving team, join us as we make history—one shot at a time! CLAYS VALUES At Clays, our venues are for everyone, and so is our workplace. We believe that to serve our diverse audience, we must first celebrate and nurture diversity within our team. That’s why we’re dedicated to creating an inclusive culture. Different perspectives spark creativity and drive innovation. So, if you're passionate about making a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you! And of course, we’re looking for someone who embodies our Clays values. That’s why we’ve framed them as key questions that guide everything we do: SAFE - Is it safe? For our team, our guests, the business, and our partners. AMAZING EXPERIENCE - Are we delivering an amazing experience? We bring fun, thrill, wonder, and joy, aiming to surprise, delight, and exceed expectations. LASTING - Is it lasting? We strive to make a positive, sustainable impact on our world, our team, our guests, and our industry. We aim to create strong impressions and lasting memories, constantly evolving to offer something new. SUMMARY OF POSITION What's the Gig, you ask? As a Chef de Partie you are responsible for supporting the Head and Sous chef in a busy kitchen, delivering consistently high-quality food for our guests. Your will provide courteous, professional, efficient and flexible service to guest and colleagues and deliver Clays operational standards. We are looking for a self-driven individual that strives for excellence with experience in the hospitality industry. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Your role will include but may not be limited to the following responsibilities; - Assist the Sous Chef in the daily running of the Kitchen - To be able to run all sections in our busy kitchen - To ensure food is prepared and cooked to our high standard at all times - Ensure dishes are served within our execution times without exception - To offer training and support to junior colleagues - To organise Junior colleagues and kitchen support colleagues with daily job lists - Be able to stay claim in a busy kitchen with multiple orders being sent together - Must be a good communication skills with both kitchen colleagues and front of house colleagues - Ensure that Alert65 platform is filled out daily and that all colleagues are following food safety rules. SKILLS, DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES - Excellent culinary catering talent - Culinary Degree or with minimum 3 years experience in a similar role - Always looking for opportunities to improve your knowledge and abilities - Passionate about hospitality and creating amazing experiences - A keen eye for detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to build lasting relationships with colleagues and clients - Honest with strong moral principles - Take initiative, can solve problems calmly and work well under pressure - Someone who really enjoys interacting with people - Love and engage with incredible food and beverage WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN We value our colleagues greatly and want everyone to feel rewarded. This role is offered with a competitive annual base salary £26,000, as well as weekly Tronc service charge distribution. Other great benefits include: - Holiday: 32 working days’ holiday pro rata each year, including bank holidays, with an increasing allocation up to a maximum of 36 days with length of service. - Colleague Discounts: Enjoy a generous 50% discount during off-peak periods and 25% during peak periods for you, your friends, and family. - Paid Breaks: We value your time and ensure you’re compensated for your breaks. - Health Care Cash Plan: Up to £995 for reclaimable appointments & treatments, and access to a Virtual GP. - Career Growth: Advance your career with Clayers Academy, our online learning platform, and seize opportunities for growth within our expanding business. Plus, earn globally recognized qualifications funded by Clays. - Celebration Day: An additional paid day off each year to celebrate something meaningful to you. - Parental Leave: Market-leading policies with 13 weeks at 100% pay for maternity, adoption, paternity, and partner leave after 12 months of service. - Employee Assistance: Access a 24/7 support service and up to 8 counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme. - Volunteer Day: A paid day off annually to give back to your local community. - Birthday Gift: Choose a special gift to celebrate your birthday. - Pension Scheme: Join our non-contributory pension scheme with a minimum 3% contribution from us and 5% from you. - Recognition and Incentives: Enjoy team recognition and rewards through our Shooting Stars programme. - Hospitality Discounts: Access exclusive discounts via Hospitality Rewards. - Meals Provided: Free meals for colleagues working operational shifts. Plus, we’re certified as a Great Place to Work, reflecting our commitment to creating an outstanding work environment! You will be part of a growing brand, business and an exciting adventure with excellent training opportunities and investment in your personal development.

1. Scope and Purpose of Role 1.1 To provide a lead role in improving the quality of professional social work practice across the breadth of the case work cycle to children, young people and their families. 1.2 To undertake complex casework arising within the children and families service. 2. General Duties and Responsibilities 2.1 To provide a needs-led, professional social work service to children, young people and their families, complying with legislative requirements and in accordance with established best practice. 2.2 To be responsible for allocated cases including a complex caseload. 2.3 To provide technical/professional expertise to less experienced social workers. 2.4 To share/communicate a thorough working knowledge of relevant legislation, national standards, guidance, research, departmental policy and procedures. 2.5 To provide quality assurance and coaching/mentoring to work colleagues. 2.6 To take a ‘joined-up’ approach to ensuring the effectiveness of case working, actively promoting/encouraging effective partnership working with service users and other teams/agencies/organisations. 2.7 Participates in the regular collection, collation and reporting of appropriate performance management information in accordance with statutory and organisational requirements. 2.8 Actively participates in training and development activities. 2.9 Represents the Department in meetings etc as required. 2.10 Actively supports the Team Manager by undertaking any other duties commensurate with the job or needs of the service. 3. Supervision Received 3.1 Supervising Officer Job Title Team Manager 3.2 Level of Supervision Left to work within established guidelines subject to scrutiny by supervisor. 4. Supervision Given (excludes those who are indirectly supervised i.e. through others). TBC 4. Special Conditions · This vacancy is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act · A Disclosure and Barring Services/ISA checks will be undertaken

If you’ve been looking for a place to kick-start your career in sales… Your DWM is a successful direct-selling company focusing on lead generation primarily in the energy sector, but with operations in broadband and charity fundraising. We are seeking motivated and outgoing individuals to join our team as a Trainee Sales Executive. In this position, you will play a crucial role in promoting our partners and their services to potential customers. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys face-to-face interactions and has excellent communication skills. Previous sales or industry experience is not necessary. This is a great chance to gain experience to break into the sales world; with our training program, you will gain the skills to become a great salesperson and trainer. Duties: · Engage with potential customers in person to promote our products and services. · Provide information about our company, products, and services. · Collect contact information from potential customers for follow-up purposes. · Answer any questions or concerns that potential customers may have. Benefits of working with us – · Full training provided. · We only promote managers from within. · Open door policy. · 1-1 support. · Free eye test. · Birthday off. · We offer both employed and self-employed positions. · We support and reward you for your hard work. (Please note this role includes either door-to-door sales or venue-based sales)