Office & Sales Support Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications technology company in Preston is seeking an Office & Sales Support Administrator. The role supports the sales cycle ensuring efficient operations, with opportunities for progression into sales. Required skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office and commercial awareness, making this a great opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

38-hour week, Monday to Friday

Friendly, collaborative environment

Long-term progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing or sales support roles is essential.
• Strong organisational skills with good time management needed.
• Technical background in engineering or manufacturing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate customer quotations aligned with commercial targets.
• Support the development of sales materials and documentation.
• Process and track sales orders with attention to deadlines.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Commercial awareness

Customer-facing experience

Organised with attention to detail

Clear communication skills

Experience with ERP or CRM systems

Job description

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Office & Sales Support Administrator, Preston, Lancashire

Client: MaxAd Fixed Fee Recruitment

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

£28,000 - £30,000 + Benefits

Our client is a globally respected manufacturer of specialist masts, antennas, and RF communication systems. With over six decades of experience and facilities in both the UK and US, we provide mission-critical communications equipment for sectors including defence, emergency services, and broadcast.

We are seeking a highly organised, commercially minded Office Administrator with a strong focus on sales support to join their team in Preston. This role ensures the smooth and efficient operation of their commercial processes.

The successful candidate will support the full sales cycle - from quotation and order processing through to performance reporting and customer communication. There is also a clear path to progress into sales or account management roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate customer quotations aligned with commercial targets
• Support the development of sales materials and documentation
• Process and track sales orders with attention to deadlines
• Maintain CRM and customer records
• Coordinate across departments (procurement, design, production)
• Assist with customer contracts, price list maintenance, and portals
• Follow up on expiring quotes to maximise conversion
• Generate and analyse sales data for performance tracking

Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
• Commercial awareness, with margin and pricing support skills
• Experience in customer-facing or sales support roles
• Organised with attention to detail and time management
• Clear communication skills
• Experience with ERP or CRM systems (Syspro is an advantage)
• Background in technical, engineering, or manufacturing environment (desirable)
• Familiarity with sales cycles (desirable)

What's on Offer

• £28,000 - £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
• 38-hour week, Monday to Friday
• Free on-site parking
• Friendly, collaborative environment
• Swift one-stage interview process
• Long-term progression opportunities into sales or account management

This is a great opportunity for those looking to build a career in sales or sales administration. Join a business that values contributions and supports growth. Apply today and be part of a leading communications technology company!