Sales Administration Officer / Junior Executive
Sales / Marketing / Business Development / Merchandising
About the Employer
Job Description
Sales Administration Officer / Junior Executive
Location - Rajagiriya
We are one of the world’s largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery products, candies and chewing gums in more than 150 countries & employing over 17,000 people worldwide.
Our brands Mentos, Center Fresh, Chupa Chups, Alpenliebe, etc., gratify, refresh and inspire consumers of all ages around the globe. Perfetti Van Melle Lanka is certified as Great Place To Work in the confectionery manufacturing domain. Our state-of-the-art production facility is situated in Seeduwa and the corporate office is at Rajagiriya.
We are in search of a dynamic individual to join our team for the role of Sales Administration Officer / Junior Executive.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage daily sales administration activities, including preparation and submission of sales reports to the Sales Team and Management.
- Handle distributor-related processes such as claims, stock transfers, credit notes, bank guarantee requests, renewals, and new distributor onboarding.
- Prepare, analyze, and maintain monthly sales reports, KPI reports, sales presentations, and other management reports to support business decisions.
- Process and monitor sales operational expenses, sales competition activities, and related documentation in a timely manner.
- Provide administrative and operational support to the Area Sales Managers (ASMs) to ensure smooth and efficient sales operations.
- Coordinate sales meetings, conferences, and special events while supporting the team with effective sales administration services.
Requirements
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in Sales Administration, Coordination, or a similar role.
- Professional qualification or Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Sound knowledge of MS Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, coordination, and reporting skills with attention to detail.
- Familiar with Sales Force Automation (SFA) system.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
