What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Administrative Assistant position at Bread Man Baking Company?
Job Title: Sales Administrative Assistant
Location: Houston, TX
Reports To: Director of Sales
Company: Bread Man Baking Company
About Us:
Bread Man Baking Company is a fast-growing artisan commercial bakery based in Houston, TX, specializing in wholesale, foodservice, private label, and co-manufacturing partnerships. Our mission is to bring authentic, real artisan bread to customers across the country through high-quality ingredients, innovative offerings, and exceptional service.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Sales Administrative Assistant to support our sales team and ensure seamless day-to-day operations. This role will serve as the backbone of our sales function—managing data entry, customer onboarding, sample coordination, and administrative support to help drive our growth in retail and foodservice channels.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to the sales team including scheduling, order entry, customer file maintenance, and internal reporting
- Assist in the onboarding process for new customers by coordinating account setup, product specs, pricing documentation, and credit applications
- Manage and track sample requests, shipping logistics, and follow-up communications
- Maintain and update CRM system with current customer information, sales activities, and pipeline data
- Prepare and distribute weekly sales reports, internal dashboards, and presentation materials
- Serve as a liaison between the sales team and internal departments (production, logistics, finance, customer service) to ensure customer satisfaction
- Support trade show and event coordination, including logistics, travel arrangements, and material preparation
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned to ensure the smooth operation of the sales department
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Qualifications:
- 2 years of administrative or sales support experience, preferably in food manufacturing, CPG, or distribution
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills with a strong attention to detail
- Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint); experience with CRM platforms preferred
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently while also being a collaborative team player
- Passion for food, artisan products, or hospitality is a plus
Why Join Bread Man Baking Company?
- Be part of a passionate, entrepreneurial team building a brand with purpose
- Opportunity to grow with a company that’s expanding nationally
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Dynamic, supportive work culture rooted in quality, integrity, and innovation