Job Description
Job Description
Description : Role Summary
Summary and overall objectives of the job.
The Sales Assistant will provide administrative support to the sales and operations teams in order to deliver the highest level of service to Rand’s customers throughout the sales cycle and order fulfillment. Service encompasses responsiveness, professionalism, warmth and care, and work product - all to be exceptionally executed. This position is an entry level role with room to grow in accordance with the individual’s drive and desire to learn the business.
Essential Functions
- Perform general data entry tasks
- Review open orders, obtain order acknowledgements and work with colleagues to resolve all issues and communicate any and all changes to appropriate personnel
- Process new sales orders, submit for contract review and follow until CR is submitted to Purchasing
- Complete new customer forms and set-up into the database
- Obtain price / lead-time quotes for services required
- Track invoices, PODs, CoCs, etc.
- Provide back-up administrative support to Account Managers and other staff
- Answer, screen, and route phone calls to the appropriate team member in a timely manner
Core Competencies
Ability to work well within a team and cross functionallyOutstanding written and verbal communications skillsWilling to learn new duties and follow written work instructionsExcellent attention-to-detail and follow-throughStrong analytical ability and demonstrated problem solving skillsDemonstrated ability to respond appropriately and professionally to customers and colleagues in situations of conflictAbility to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work independently in a fast-paced environment; able to work under pressureGoal-oriented, ambitious and extremely motivatedRequirements :
Education and / or Experience and Physical Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent, bachelor’s degree preferredAt least 4 years of education and work experience (preferably in the electronic components / computer parts industry)Intermediate level in Microsoft Office Suite : Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint