Purpose of the Role
In this newly created position within the New Business, DES, and Life Sciences department, you will act as the vital link between our commercial ambitions and operational excellence. Your mission is to streamline the sales cycle by providing high‑level administrative and coordination support.
A Day in Your Life
Your day will be varied and fast‑paced, primarily based at our Runcorn office. You may begin by coordinating complex bid documentation or updating the CRM system to ensure accurate sales forecasting. Throughout the day, you will liaise with internal stakeholders, manage incoming customer inquiries, and ensure all sales‑related administrative tasks are executed with precision.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather technical and commercial data for proposals
- Manage incoming customer inquiries
- Ensure all sales‑related administrative tasks are executed with precision
Required Skills
- Balance competing priorities across multiple sales streams, including Decentralised Energy Solutions (DES) and Life Sciences
- Adapt quickly between different technical contexts
- Maintain high accuracy under tight deadlines
Growth & Career Opportunities
This role offers exposure to emerging business sectors, insight into industrial automation and life sciences, and opportunities to grow into more complex commercial roles or specialise in specific markets as the department expands.
Who You Are
- Thrive in detail‑oriented environments
- Enjoy managing multiple priorities simultaneously
- Communicate clearly and effectively
- Translate complex requirements into structured, actionable tasks
- Demonstrate resilience in a fast‑paced sales environment
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate the preparation and submission of sales proposals and tender documents
- Maintain and update CRM systems to ensure data accuracy and reporting integrity
- Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
- Support the sales team with meeting preparation, travel coordination, and event management
- Ensure all activities comply with internal quality standards and UK regulatory requirements
What You Bring
- Proven experience in a sales support or high‑level administrative role
- Ideally, experience within a technical or industrial environment
- Strong proficiency in modern office software and CRM platforms
What We Offer
We provide a professional and supportive working environment based on a 37.5‑hour working week.
Your Package Includes
- 28 days of paid annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
- A 6‑month probation period
- Notice period of 1–3 months depending on service
- Cycle to Work scheme (up to £2,500)
- Car salary sacrifice scheme
- Employer‑paid healthcare via Westfield Health
- Life Assurance (6× basic annual salary)
- Group Income Protection
- Pension scheme with Royal London, with employer contributions between 8% and 12.5% after probation
Additional Information
- Candidates must have the right to work in the United Kingdom (no sponsorship available)
- Yokogawa United Kingdom Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
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