Commercial Administrator

Founded in 1975, with its head office in Blackburn, England, PPE operates manufacturing facilities in the UK and the US, plus sales offices and Channel Partner networks across the US, Europe and Asia.

PPE manufactures high-performance O-rings and sealing components using advanced elastomer materials and precision designs that extend equipment life.

Seals are critical to the function of industrial systems, and PPE’s solutions are trusted in the most demanding environments.

Today, PPE offers over 200 elastomer grades used globally across industries such as oil & gas, chemical processing, food and pharma manufacturing, marine and power generation, aerospace, and semiconductors.

The company’s success is built on the continual development of new elastomer materials combined with exceptional levels of customer service and technical support.

Reporting to: Commercial Project Manager

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week  

Work location: During probation period onsite full time, thereafter hybrid

Salary: £25,000-£30,000

Role Purpose

The Commercial Administrator provides administrative, financial and commercial support to ensure the smooth operation of projects and commercial processes. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate records, supporting procurement and contract management, and assisting the commercial team in delivering high‑quality, compliant documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Contract Support

• Assist in preparing quotes, tenders, contracts, and commercial documentation.
• Maintain commercial registers.
• Support commercial team with renewal of pricelists.
• Systemise pricelists in ERP and CRM system (experience of using JD Edwards and Sales Force desirable).

Project Coordination

• Assist Project Managers with scheduling, documentation, and meeting administration.
• Maintain project trackers, action logs, and milestone records.
• Ensure all project documentation is stored accurately and to audit standards.

Document & Data Management

• Maintain up-to-date records, databases, and filing systems.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards for commercial leadership.
• Ensure all commercial processes align with company governance and compliance requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with  internal teams on commercial queries
• Support the wider commercial team with day-to-day coordination tasks.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills & Experience

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and business systems (ERP/finance tools).
• Experience in commercial, project, or administrative roles preferred.
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and solution‑focused.
• Able to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, reliable, and team-oriented.