OverviewSales & Marketing Administrator – Earley, ReadingLocation: ReadingSalary: £24,000 – £28,000 (depending on agreed working weeks and experience) – Plus commission based bonus.This role could suit either someone as a first step into a career in sales as a 52 week position, or an experienced Sales Administrator who is looking for a term time only role.Are you a multitasking marvel with a knack for keeping things organised? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? We’re on the lookout for a fun and dynamic Sales and Marketing Administrator to join our amazing dynamic team. If you’re ready to dive into the world of sales, marketing, and design, keep reading.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to make a name for themselves and be an integral part of setting a new standard for food within education.Benefits25 Days holiday plus bank holidays3 volunteering days3 days grandparent leave24 weeks enhanced maternity leaveBespoke training and development opportunitiesPension and life insuranceDiscounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinemaWellbeing hubAccess to employee assistance programmeCareer development opportunitiesHIT Apprenticeships for all experience levelsJob DescriptionAs a Sales & Marketing Administrator, you’ll be the secret ingredient behind our seamless Sales and Marketing Team.ResponsibilitiesDesign and Workload Management: Email Inbox Guru — juggle requests, update planners, and be the go-to for Monday software management.Invoice Extraordinaire: Submit, log, and handle queries like a pro.Canva Wizard: Create and manage templates that make our team and schools look fabulous.Homegrown Hub Hero: Be involved with marketing campaigns and initiatives through the year; support marketing launches and uploads every term.Sales Administration Superstar: Bid management — set up bid plans and keep timelines on track; diary dynamo — coordinate schedules for our sales and operations teams; invoice handling — manage and process sales-related invoices; create monthly board reports.Marketing and Events Enthusiast: Ad/article management — ensure deadlines are met; event coordination for roadshows, RP7s, conferences, and our people awards; attend meetings with our sister company.General Administrative Genius: Tender administration — set up bid plans, manage design slots, and handle strategy calls; presentation prep — organise tender copies, pre-presentation calls, and rehearsals; telesales support — provide campaign lists, follow-ups, and sales reports; CRM management — keep opportunities current, save tenders, update win/loss notes; reference site visits — arrange and coordinate; conference coordination — manage RSVPs, logistics, and hotel allocations.QualificationsThrives in a fast-paced environmentExcellent organisational and time management skillsStellar communication and interpersonal abilitiesFamiliarity with Canva and CRM systems (training available)Ability to work solo and as part of a teamStrong attention to detail and multitaskingProactive, customer-focused attitudeExperience in sales processes and bid managementAnalytical mindset for problem-solving and organizationStrong commercial, financial, and operational understandingProven success in building relationships and achieving resultsCustomer-focused with a friendly and approachable demeanourMotivated by challenges and committed to qualityConfident, lively, and outgoingEntrepreneurial spirit with good grasp of risk and outcomesDedicated to personal and professional growthIf you’re ready to bring your A-game to our team and enjoy a fun, dynamic work environment, apply now and let’s create something amazing together!Additional InformationHolroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.We pride ourselves on sustainability, nutrition, and food innovation. Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; meals are prepared fresh from scratch with nutritious ingredients. We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences to attract culinary talent and drive innovation. We collaborate on tasting tables, theme days, and events to create engaging dining experiences for our pupils.Equal opportunities statement: Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and require an Enhanced DBS, including a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide information regarding their criminal offences. This appointment is offered on return of satisfactory professional references. #J-18808-Ljbffr