Sales and Purchasing Administrator

Sales & Purchasing Technical Support Administrator

Knutsford Full Time Office Based

Are you an organised, proactive individual looking to build your career in a successful engineering environment?

We're working with a long-established and highly respected engineering business that supplies specialist components and solutions to customers across the UK and worldwide. With over 50 years of industry expertise, they pride themselves on quality, reliability, and exceptional customer support - whether it's supporting planned maintenance, new design projects, or urgent breakdown requirements.

Due to continued growth, their busy B2B sales and distribution office is looking for a Sales & Purchasing Support Administrator to join the team and play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and collaborative team where no two days are the same.

What you'll be doing

• Handling customer enquiries via email and telephone
• Processing sales orders and supporting sales administration
• Preparing and following up on customer quotations
• Supporting the management of OEM customer accounts
• Assisting with job costing and project administration
• Identifying simple conveyor products from drawings, sketches or dimensions provided by customers
• Processing purchase orders and supplier administration
• Liaising with the machine shop and warehouse teams to ensure smooth order fulfilment
• Maintaining organised records and documentation
• Supporting with general office administration as required

What we're looking for

• Previous sales support or office administration experience
• A customer-focused approach with strong communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a busy environment
• A proactive, positive and professional attitude
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong relationship-building skills with colleagues and customers
• Able to understand CAD drawings
• Full UK driving licence due to office location

It would be great if you also have

• Experience within the manufacturing, or engineering sector
• A general engineering or technical background

Why apply?

• Join a stable, well-established engineering company
• Work in a supportive and collaborative team
• Gain exposure to both sales and purchasing operations
• Be part of a business that values quality, service, and long-term relationships

If you're looking for a varied office role within a friendly engineering environment where you can develop your skills and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.