Sales Administrator

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for coordinating the Development of new business opportunities, providing services to existing clients and supporting the external sales team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Respond to all inquiries and requests in a timely and professional manner

· Functions as liaison between client companies and operations staff

· Possesses and maintains thorough knowledge of relevant industry product information (i.e. rubber, seals, lubricants, braking, fuel deliver, battery cooling, automotive, aerospace)

· Continually gathers information on local competition and prevalent industry and business climate within the region; communicates information to management and others as needed.

· Ensures that all required client paperwork is complete, accurate and submitted on time

· Provides timely and accurate reports as requested

· Attends and participates in team strategic sales meetings

· Required to travel 2%

· Perform other duties as required or requested by the Director of Sales

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:

· None

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent, one to two years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must be a self-starter and proactive “go-getter”

· Commitment to excellence and high standards

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

· Creative, flexible and innovative team player

· Demonstrated ability to make successful presentations to individuals and/or groups at all levels of an organization

· Strong organizational skills; able to manage priorities and workflow

· Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees

· Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions and percentages

· Excellent problem resolution and consultative sales skills.

· Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence

· Versatility, flexibility and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

· Proficient on Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, Power Point, WebEx, SAP, IQS, ERP Systems, Email, Phone, Fax/Scan.

COMPETENCIES:

· Motivation – sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measure self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals

· Innovation – displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets other’s attention

· Problem solving – identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics

· Customer service – manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to speak or hear
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information and/or use a keyboard.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk
• Continually required to utilized hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to bend, stoop, kneel, or lift 25 lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $35