Confidential Secretary - Cum Sales & Technical Coordinator
About the Employer
Job Description
SECRETARIAL & MARKETING VACANCIES
IN A LEADING ORGANIZATION (for immediate placement)
We are one of the leading family‑owned group of companies engaged in the business of selling, repairing and servicing of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and allied products such as forklifts, Reach Trucks, VNA Trucks, Articulated Forklifts, Electric Pallet Trucks and related equipment. We are also a leading industrial equipment trading and rental company with many years of proven experience. We have stood by our clients and continued uninterrupted services even during the COVID lockdown periods and financial crises. We are proud to be a Great Place to Work‑Certified™ company with an overall score of 97%.
We are on the lookout for highly motivated and talented individuals to join our team on an urgent basis to cope with the current expansion taking place within the organization.
All selected candidates will be required to work in our Sales Office / Stores / Workshop Complex situated at a location convenient for commuting to the Southern Expressway Inter-change at Kottawa. Candidates residing within a 10 km radius from Kottawa / Homagama are preferred.
Candidates who could join us immediately would have a definite chance of being shortlisted for immediate interviews and selection for employment.
CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY CUM SALES & TECHNICAL CO-ORDINATOR (FEMALE APPLICANTS ONLY)
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage Director’s calendar, schedule appointments and coordinate meetings
- Be responsible for day‑to‑day coordinating activities of the Technical and Sales Department
- Handling correspondence independently
- Liaising with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders
- Attending to customer inquiries and complaints
- Multitasking and prioritizing of urgent and important work
- Attending to general administration work of the organisation
- Canvassing products and services of the organization to existing and potential customers
- Assist with the preparation of presentation and meeting materials
- Maintaining and updating records of company’s rental fleet
- Attending to technical and sales meetings and preparation of minutes
- Preparation of sales and technical reports / KPI analysis
- Willing to perform other duties and responsibilities as and when assigned
- Be ready to work under pressure and deadlines
- Maintaining confidentiality whilst adhering to data protection policies
Requirements
- Candidates with G.C.E. A/L qualifications preferably in Science / Mathematics / Commerce streams. Credit Pass for English at the G.C.E. (O/L) would be preferred
- A good command of both written and spoken English (with good handwriting) coupled with outstanding communication skills. Candidates who are fluent in English will have a definite advantage over others
- ERP experience though not essential would be advantageous
- Must be a competent and self‑motivated individual
- Sound leadership and inter‑personal skills
- Be an optimistic, energetic, self‑motivated and a results‑oriented achiever who could work independently with minimum supervision
- Must be able to manage correspondence independently
- Have a pleasant, courteous and outgoing personality
- Must be an expert on Office Packages such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Previous experience in the area such as – handling customers and dealing with foreign suppliers would be advantageous
- Hands on experience in handling technological related matters
- Be ready to work under pressure and meet given deadlines
- Proven experience in leading a team, or managing a business unit would be advantageous
- Direct customer relationship experience and strong business acumen
- Ability to resolve complex issues within functional areas and areas of expertise
- Understanding of management practices and techniques
- Understanding of the engineering and technologies of the products offered by the organization
- Excellent team and management skills, including the ability to work on multiple tasks at the same time
- Previous experience in a Sales and Marketing Department in any capacity would be an advantage
- Willingness to work long hours if necessary. Should also be an early bird as well
- The ideal candidate should be a person who is ready to take up challenges with the same dedication and commitment of the owner of the company
- You will be required to work very closely with the Managing Director of the organization
- Preference will be given to long‑term employment seekers who intend building up a career with us
- Preferred age between 22 ‑ 47 years
What We Offer
- Can earn a very decent package commensurate with your qualifications and experience. Package would certainly be above the industry standards and is negotiable.
- You may indicate the expected salary when applying.
- An attractive Travelling Allowance, Attendance Incentives and allowances will be provided.
- Special performance related rewards / incentives
- Career advancement prospects to climb up to the level of General Manager in a very short span. You will not be confined only to the Sales / Technical Division, and you will basically be in a position to enjoy better earnings while performing important tasks.
- You will be required to work very closely with the Managing Director of the organization
- Preference will be given to long‑term employment seekers who intend building up a career with us
- You will be given to attractive length of service awards etc.
Candidates who could join us immediately would have a definite chance of being shortlisted for immediate interviews and selection for employment.
Interested candidates may apply with a comprehensive Resume (CV) indicating mobile / direct contact number to reach the following e‑mail addresses.
DIRECTOR – HUMAN RESOURCES
UNITED MACHINERY (PVT) LTD
NO. 37/14A, 1st LANE, BODIYA ROAD, MIRIHANA, SRI LANKA.
E‑MAIL: [email protected]; [email protected]
