Sales Administrator

KLA

. Review and process customer purchase orders and sales contracts .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $35 - $59 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Sales Administration and Order Management, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP. Capable of collaborating across various business functions to support sales operations and improve processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales Administration ExperienceMicrosoft Excel ProficiencySAP ExperienceAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Sales Order ProcessingData AnalysisReportingReconciliation ActivitiesForecast ManagementContract ManagementOrder MaintenanceBusiness AnalysisNumerical AptitudeAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaborationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

SAPSalesforceMicrosoft CopilotAI-Enabled Productivity Tools

Industry Keywords

Sales SupportBusiness OperationsManufacturingTechnologySemiconductorIndustrial Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and process customer purchase orders and sales contracts
Manage sales order processing, including new orders, contract changes, returns, backlog management, and order maintenance
Create, update, and maintain sales forecasts within KLA systems
Partner with Account Managers to maintain forecast data and communicate business-plan impacts
Coordinate with Configuration Analysts to validate system configurations and enter orders into SAP
Monitor forecast changes and communicate impacts to stakeholders
Collaborate with Logistics, Planning, and Business Units on shipment schedules and push/pull requirements
Generate standardized reports and perform basic business analysis for Sales Directors and business leadership
Conduct quarterly reconciliations, including SAP and internal-system bookings validation and review of shipping performance and on-time delivery metrics
Support Business Development Managers with order timing, contractual lead times, and customer commitments
Provide customer support for order status, delivery schedules, and issue resolution
Partner with Field Sales, Marketing, Finance, Trade Services, Planning, and Operations teams
Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years of experience in Sales Administration, Sales Support, Order Management, Business Operations, or a related function
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, pivot tables, and reconciliation activities
Experience working with SAP, Salesforce, or similar CRM/ERP systems
Excellent numerical aptitude and analytical skills with a high level of accuracy
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to confidently handle difficult conversations and resolve issues professionally
Proven ability to collaborate across multiple business functions and organizational levels
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing, or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Preferred: Experience leveraging Microsoft Copilot, AI-enabled productivity tools, or similar platforms
Preferred: Experience supporting sales organizations within a manufacturing, technology, semiconductor, or industrial environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits
401(K) including company matching
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
Student debt assistance
Tuition reimbursement program
Development and career growth opportunities and programs
Financial planning benefits
Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
Paid time off
Paid company holidays
Family care and bonding leave
Performance incentive programs may be available