Sales Assistant

Produce Careers

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60,000–$85,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Database Technology, Detail Oriented, Employee Retention, Healthcare, Inventory Levels, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Order Delivery, Order Management, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Revenue Growth, Sales, Sales Commission, Sales Support
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
1 day ago
Description:
  • A well respected and long-established fresh produce Grower/Packer/Shipper in Hudson Valley NY is expanding.
  • Looking for an experienced Sales Assistant to support their sales team within the Northeast.
  • This newly created role will supporttop accounts for the company, as well as work very closely with ownership.
  • This company has a great reputation within the industry and is known for strong employee retention/satisfaction.
  • This opportunity is with a family owned & operated company with great performance incentives and healthcare.
  • This role will spend 2-3 days onsite per week, with more initially for onboarding.
Responsibilities Include:
  • Effectively process and manage customer orders from the time they are received until the product ships, utilizing the company's database system.
  • Monitor inventory levels.
  • Track customer orders through delivery.
  • Ensure special customer requirements are accurate, current, and noted on orders.
  • Work effectively with sales personnel to resolve any issues or disparities regarding shipments.
  • Implement quick decisions and problem solving in sudden and unplanned situations that can occur in produce sales and production.
  • Provide professional customer service in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on process.
  • Opportunity for sales growth (sales commission) if desired.
Required Experience & Qualifications Include:
  • Successful experience in an administrative or sales support role with a focus on customer service and data entry.
  • Previous fresh produce experience is required.
  • Strong computer skills are a must, with strong proficiency with Excel and the rest of MS office suite.
  • Experience with Famous, iTrade, SPS and/or Foodlink preferred.
  • Organized, with strong attention to detail and self-motivated.
  • College degree (B.A. /B.S.) in related fields of study preferred, HS diploma or GED required.
  • The starting salary range for this position is $60,000 - $85,000 (Depending on experience)

Please contact Rich Lentz, rich@producecareers.com

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