Sales Assistant

Our client is a food broker specializing in bridging the gap between the unique requirements of airline food & beverage programs and the manufacturers who can supply those products. We are now looking for a talented, dedicated, and ambitious Sales Assistant to support two leaders within the business and contribute to the exciting world of airline food and beverages.

Sales Assistant

Dallas, TX office based with occasional travel

75-85K plus bonus and excellent benefits package

To be successful in this role :

• You will be a confident Sales Assistant with a minimum of 3 years in a professional environment and a Bachelor’s Degree or experience equivalent.
• You will be highly proficient in Excel and have solid analytical skills as you will process a lot of data and assist sales leaders in the presentation of this to various airlines.
• You will also have experience with PowerPoint and the ability to translate selling concepts into meaningful story telling with appropriate analytics being conveyed.

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Position summary :

This role will suit someone that has a passion for the food industry, follows food trends, and is a “foodie”. We are seeking a well-spoken and articulate Sales Assistant who possesses excellent people skills and is comfortable supporting the top two sales leaders in the company. If you are enthusiastic about the food industry, excel in communication, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Job role and responsibilities :

As a Sales Assistant, you will work directly with two sales leaders supporting business with companies including Coca Cola, Frito Lay, Peppered Farms, Delta Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines. You will support account management, renewing long sales cycle contracts with terms of up to 5 years, and responding to RFP’s for beverages.

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Salary : $75,000 - $85,000