Sales Assistant – Petrochemicals

A leading international trading company is seeking a Sales Assistant to join its Petrochemicals Department in Düsseldorf.

This role will provide administrative and operational support to the sales team, covering customer order management, delivery coordination, SAP processing, logistics arrangements and documentation. You will work closely with customers, suppliers and logistics providers to ensure smooth daily trading operations.

The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, and experience in import/export documentation. German and English fluency are required.

(Ref: CC47676 - Please include this when making any enquiries.)

Main Responsibilities

• Support daily trading activities within the Petrochemicals department
• Track customer sales performance, order volumes and product movements
• Coordinate delivery schedules with customers, suppliers, and logistics providers
• Arrange truck logistics schedules and prepare necessary shipping instructions
• Process sales orders within SAP and manage related documentation
• Prepare sales contracts, invoices, and delivery documents for customers
• Monitor payments from customers, suppliers, and logistics partners
• Prepare monthly closing documents including inventory lists, customs documents, insurance records, and budget files

Ideal Candidate

• Fluent German and English communication skills
• Previous experience in import/export, trading, logistics, or sales support
• Knowledge of current trade regulations and international business processes
• Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with SAP is highly advantageous
• Basic understanding of accounting and inventory operations
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Flexible and proactive approach with the ability to work under pressure
• Previous experience working in a multinational company would be advantageous
• Basic knowledge of chemicals or petrochemicals would be advantageous

All applicants must have the right to work in Germany without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.

We regret that we cannot accept applications from Working Holiday, Graduate or Student visa holders.