Sales Coordinator FTC
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 April 2026 |
| Location: | Chichester, West Sussex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Barfoots of Botley Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | SCFTC |
Summary
Sales Coordinator - Freight
Shift: 4 days on 4 days off
6am – 6pm
15 month Maternity Cover
About Us
Growing is in our nature. Over 50 years ago, we started life as a small family farm with a handful of people and a modest range of crops. Today, we’re a global farming and food business working thousands of acres and employing thousands of people around the world to grow, process, pack and market a range of fresh produce. Supplying our premium produce to some of the UK’s leading retailers and restaurants, we are very proud of what we do and how we do it. With our impressive green credentials, we truly are committed to sustainability, demonstrating continued investment in the latest technologies to help maintain our carbon neutral footprint.
The Role
An exciting opportunity for a Sales Coordinator to join our busy Supply Chain team. Applications are invited from committed, reliable and proactive individuals, capable of operating efficiently in a fast paced, dynamic working environment. Candidates will have strong administrative and communication skills, be highly organised and have exceptional attention to detail. The Sales Coordinator plays a key role within the Supply Chain team, supporting the Procurement and Commercial teams and associated departments, ensuring a smooth operation for customer consignments. Also providing support for the wholesale, foodservice and market operations, with the administration of transport processes. Candidates will be strong team players, with a methodical approach and driven to deliver a first class service at all times.
Key Responsibilities:
Build and maintain constructive relationships with all service providers
Build and maintain constructive relationships with customers, both internal and external
Management of the day-to-day customer account administration
Accurate data entry and management, including invoice processing, sales order generating and all transport outbound processes
Book and manage transport in line with customer delivery requirements
Confirm and update haulage charges in sales orders
Timely and accurate communication of sales requirements to the relevant departments
Generating pallet tickets for outbound orders
Effective use and management of customer order platforms as required
Timely checking of invoices, authorising and applying to Prophet
Deal with order queries and support sales opportunities through the process
Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Previous administration support/coordination experience
Previous experience of customs administration/import/export procedures – desirable
International logistical/shipping knowledge - desirable
Strong communication and organisational skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work to tight deadlines independently as well as part of a team
Proficient in the use of MS Office applications, emails and the internet
GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English
Why Work for Barfoots?
Investors In People Silver Award status.
Company pension scheme
24/7 Online GP access
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Program
Benefits Platform
Development opportunities
Discounted leisure membership
Discounted vegetable box scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Free onsite parking
Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications
Committed to Sustainability
Shift: 4 days on 4 days off
6am – 6pm
15 month Maternity Cover
About Us
Growing is in our nature. Over 50 years ago, we started life as a small family farm with a handful of people and a modest range of crops. Today, we’re a global farming and food business working thousands of acres and employing thousands of people around the world to grow, process, pack and market a range of fresh produce. Supplying our premium produce to some of the UK’s leading retailers and restaurants, we are very proud of what we do and how we do it. With our impressive green credentials, we truly are committed to sustainability, demonstrating continued investment in the latest technologies to help maintain our carbon neutral footprint.
The Role
An exciting opportunity for a Sales Coordinator to join our busy Supply Chain team. Applications are invited from committed, reliable and proactive individuals, capable of operating efficiently in a fast paced, dynamic working environment. Candidates will have strong administrative and communication skills, be highly organised and have exceptional attention to detail. The Sales Coordinator plays a key role within the Supply Chain team, supporting the Procurement and Commercial teams and associated departments, ensuring a smooth operation for customer consignments. Also providing support for the wholesale, foodservice and market operations, with the administration of transport processes. Candidates will be strong team players, with a methodical approach and driven to deliver a first class service at all times.
Key Responsibilities:
Build and maintain constructive relationships with all service providers
Build and maintain constructive relationships with customers, both internal and external
Management of the day-to-day customer account administration
Accurate data entry and management, including invoice processing, sales order generating and all transport outbound processes
Book and manage transport in line with customer delivery requirements
Confirm and update haulage charges in sales orders
Timely and accurate communication of sales requirements to the relevant departments
Generating pallet tickets for outbound orders
Effective use and management of customer order platforms as required
Timely checking of invoices, authorising and applying to Prophet
Deal with order queries and support sales opportunities through the process
Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Previous administration support/coordination experience
Previous experience of customs administration/import/export procedures – desirable
International logistical/shipping knowledge - desirable
Strong communication and organisational skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work to tight deadlines independently as well as part of a team
Proficient in the use of MS Office applications, emails and the internet
GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English
Why Work for Barfoots?
Investors In People Silver Award status.
Company pension scheme
24/7 Online GP access
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Program
Benefits Platform
Development opportunities
Discounted leisure membership
Discounted vegetable box scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Free onsite parking
Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications
Committed to Sustainability