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JOB FILLED - Sales Assistant

Job Description: 
In this role you will support Kingsburg Orchards Sales Representatives in the daily execution of business by creating and processing orders, organizing resources, assisting in making deadlines, and acting as a liaison between sales and customers.
Compensation/Salary: 
$14 to $16 per Hour-DOE
Requirements: 
  • High School Diploma/ GED required
  • 1-2 years of experience as administrative assistant preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office and Outlook, working w/ attachments, Adobe Acrobat, and thorough knowledge of the Internet
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and an ability to effectively communicate with both external and internal contacts
  • Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with customers and peers
  • Ability to handle/prioritize multiple tasks and focus in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be dependable and self-motivated
  • Ability to finish task in timely manner – solid time management
  • Ability to take direction
  • Have knowledge of general office machines and telephone systems
  • Knowledge of Famous software preferred
  • Able to work overtime hours and Saturdays when needed
Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D
Responsibilities & Duties: 
  • Processing and inputting orders using Famous software
  • Processing and filling orders using various online portals including; iTrade, FoodLink, SPS Commerce, Retail link, etc.
  • Assisting in organizing freight and transportation for shipments
  • Compiling and sending support documents to customers
  • Creating, formatting and updating multiple sales reports in FaceFoward and Excel
  • Thorough and consistent tracking of new and changing commodities to assist in fulfilling orders efficiently and effectively
  • Multi-tasking various projects, deadlines and reports
  • Be prepared to assist with the design and organization of marketing materials and PowerPoint presentations for sales meetings
  • Backup in assisting customers when sales reps are unavailable
  • Copy, scan and file orders and other documents
  • Prepare fruit samples for customers using FedEx shipments
  • Look at fruit samples in cold storages to assist sales reps in determining quality
  • Follow up with customers and transportation carriers on trouble files, order inquiries and account receivables
  • Work strategically with sales rep to develop and grow new and existing customers

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