What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Sales and Procurement Specialist position at Purple Frog Graphics?
Job Description
Purple Frog Graphics is growing! We are seeking an enthusiastic & highly motivated Retail Sales and Procurement Specialist to join our team. The Retail Sales and Procurement Specialist will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service, inventory management and assisting customers in providing high-quality branding solutions, purchasing products, and contributing to the overall success of our retail store.
Showroom/Retail Sales Role Responsibilities:
Translate prospect and customer specifications from sales opportunities into product pitches containing promotional product source options for official order quotation.
Curate robust and innovative presentation decks of cutting-edge products at competitive prices, using quality sub-contractors, to share with marketing specialists for proposals and pricing in a good/better/best format (i.e. always 2 minimum, ideally 3 options for a product shared).
Communicate daily with internal teams as well as domestic & international suppliers on the following updates (but not limited to):
Developing a consistent inflow of promotional products samples to showcase in our showroom and kits for the sales team to leverage when out in the field.
Driving down pricing through negotiating end-column pricing at each vendor
Provide information to our design team on innovative and trending products for creating product showcases/highlights for the benefit of the sales team to share with customers.
Streamline the flow between Operations and Sales by combining analytical sourcing skillset with the vision needed to market to a wide variety of prospective customers/industries.
Continuously search for new outsource subcontractors to leverage lower buying/pricing opportunities, better lead times, and higher quality turns.
Provide reports for leadership on spend and inventory ordering patterns with key vendors.
Skills and Relevant Work Experience:
Benefits:
Company Description
Purple Frog Graphics is a national company with local roots. We are based in West Palm Beach, Florida, and Wilton, Connecticut. We are a wide-format boutique print and promotional products company in the B2B space, helping businesses build their brand and look great doing so – employees AND customers alike! We specialize in a wide array of promotional products: t-shirts, hats, tradeshow displays and giveaways, and much more, along with large window graphics, decals, signs, and banners –everything a good organization needs to promote its brand and look great doing so! But where we really excel, however, is with our exceptional customer service! We look forward to growing with qualified professionals in our new Production Facility and Showroom in Wilton, CT!
Purple Frog Graphics is a national company with local roots. We are based in West Palm Beach, Florida, and Wilton, Connecticut. We are a wide-format boutique print and promotional products company in the B2B space, helping businesses build their brand and look great doing so – employees AND customers alike! We specialize in a wide array of promotional products: t-shirts, hats, tradeshow displays and giveaways, and much more, along with large window graphics, decals, signs, and banners –everything a good organization needs to promote its brand and look great doing so! But where we really excel, however, is with our exceptional customer service! We look forward to growing with qualified professionals in our new Production Facility and Showroom in Wilton, CT!
Purple Frog Graphics is growing! We are seeking an enthusiastic & highly motivated Retail Sales and Procurement Specialist to join our team. The Retail Sales and Procurement Specialist will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service, inventory management and assisting customers in providing high-quality branding solutions, purchasing products, and contributing to the overall success of our retail store.
Showroom/Retail Sales Role Responsibilities:
- Sell products by assisting customers in making informed purchasing decisions
- Handle transactions accurately and efficiently
- Communicate effectively with customers to understand their needs and preferences
- Operate Point of Sale (POS) systems to process transactions
- Conduct product demonstrations to showcase features and benefits
- Provide exceptional customer service before, during, and after the sale
- Be flexible in managing a steady stream of in-person, phone, and email based customer inquiries
- Work in a retail-based store setting, ensuring shelves are stocked, organized, and inventoried accurately on a daily and weekly basis
Translate prospect and customer specifications from sales opportunities into product pitches containing promotional product source options for official order quotation.
Curate robust and innovative presentation decks of cutting-edge products at competitive prices, using quality sub-contractors, to share with marketing specialists for proposals and pricing in a good/better/best format (i.e. always 2 minimum, ideally 3 options for a product shared).
Communicate daily with internal teams as well as domestic & international suppliers on the following updates (but not limited to):
- Quotation information as requested by rep for prospective sales opportunities
- Purchase Orders created for new & Approved orders
- Purchase Orders Submitted to vendor
- Artwork submitted/received/updated/approved at sub-contract vendors
- Orders checked on while in progress to ensure production occurring on schedule and shared with reps
- Orders completed at vendor and having shipped tracking details
- Orders delivered at customer location
- Developing 3-Deep vendor “Go-To” list for Top 10 Outsource Products
Developing a consistent inflow of promotional products samples to showcase in our showroom and kits for the sales team to leverage when out in the field.
Driving down pricing through negotiating end-column pricing at each vendor
- Taking advantage of reimbursement or marketing dollar programs where available to maximize the benefits on our spend with key vendors
Provide information to our design team on innovative and trending products for creating product showcases/highlights for the benefit of the sales team to share with customers.
Streamline the flow between Operations and Sales by combining analytical sourcing skillset with the vision needed to market to a wide variety of prospective customers/industries.
Continuously search for new outsource subcontractors to leverage lower buying/pricing opportunities, better lead times, and higher quality turns.
Provide reports for leadership on spend and inventory ordering patterns with key vendors.
Skills and Relevant Work Experience:
- Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service in all facets of your role
- A proven record of accomplishment and experience in the field of promotional products sourcing, specifically geared toward industry leading platforms like ASI and PPAI
- Exceptional communication, organization, and time/project management skills
- Extensive knowledge of cutting-edge products and industry trends, and the ability to seek out new resources to create innovative solutions for prospects and clients
- A fun, creative, engaging and outgoing professional who possesses strong communication skills
- Ability and willingness to work outside of the normal 9am - 5pm daily workday as needed
- Previous experience in retail sales is strongly preferred
- Lead purchasing decisions and making inventory selections on a rotating basis
- High-level proficiency with sales techniques, customer service, and communication practices required
- Ability to work effectively and with organization in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in using Point of Sale (POS) systems
- Create unique, engaging, and visually appealing retail displays for driving purchases
- Schedule: Monday - Friday
- Daily Hours: 9am - 5pm
- Benefits Eligible
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Company Description
Purple Frog Graphics is a national company with local roots. We are based in West Palm Beach, Florida, and Wilton, Connecticut. We are a wide-format boutique print and promotional products company in the B2B space, helping businesses build their brand and look great doing so – employees AND customers alike! We specialize in a wide array of promotional products: t-shirts, hats, tradeshow displays and giveaways, and much more, along with large window graphics, decals, signs, and banners –everything a good organization needs to promote its brand and look great doing so! But where we really excel, however, is with our exceptional customer service! We look forward to growing with qualified professionals in our new Production Facility and Showroom in Wilton, CT!
Purple Frog Graphics is a national company with local roots. We are based in West Palm Beach, Florida, and Wilton, Connecticut. We are a wide-format boutique print and promotional products company in the B2B space, helping businesses build their brand and look great doing so – employees AND customers alike! We specialize in a wide array of promotional products: t-shirts, hats, tradeshow displays and giveaways, and much more, along with large window graphics, decals, signs, and banners –everything a good organization needs to promote its brand and look great doing so! But where we really excel, however, is with our exceptional customer service! We look forward to growing with qualified professionals in our new Production Facility and Showroom in Wilton, CT!