JOB FILLED - Sales Assistant

Fantastic support opportunity with growing East Coast produce sales office.

Job Description: Work closely with and support select senior members of our sales team to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction. Develop a deep and thorough understanding of the sales and order process.

Job Duties:

• Enter manifests; track containers and cargo
• Inventory management and allocation
• Provide attentive support to key salespeople including answering phones, maintaining records, inputting orders and assisting in the order process
• Utilize various customer EDI programs including Grocery EC, ITrade & Foodlink
• Assist with transportation including securing transfer trucks, negotiating rates, scheduling customer trucks/appointments and following up on trucks for successful on time delivery
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with other departments, related companies and third-party vendors
• Represent the company and network at occasional events in a professional and positive manner
• Maintain accurate records and filing
• Prepare and manage reports on behalf of assigned senior staff members
• Develop a deep understanding of Famous Software and its capabilities

Requirements:

• Must be punctual, reliable and have a positive attitude
• Possess excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Thrive in a high-pressure environment
• Willing and able to follow-up, dig into details and find solutions to time sensitive manners
• Superior organization, planning, multitasking and prioritizing skills
• Solid computer/technical knowledge and able to effectively use MS Office suite products
• Famous Software knowledge preferred
• Assume additional responsibilities and/or projects as needed
•  TWIC Card or TWIC Card Eligible

Compensation:

• Competitive pay
• Company paid medical, dental and life insurance
• Vacation and paid time off
• 401(k) programs with employer contribution
• Bonus plan

Interested candidates should submit their resume to careers@daykahackett.com.