Now Hiring - Panini America, Inc. - Sales Assistant in Irving, TX

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Job

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Sales Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our sales efforts by preparing product solicitation sheets and event management.

Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team in planning, forecasting and inventory management.
• Create product solicitations and sales facts sheets.
• Assist in the creation of sales presentations to distributors, corporate buyers and sales teams.
• Manage and own the image rendering process.
• Process and submit purchase orders, approve orders on internal systems and manage tracking requests.
• Schedule and organize complex activities such as meetings, travel, catering, guest accommodations and department meetings.
• Serve as lead person in organizing, planning and executing any tradeshows managed by the sales team.
• Serve as backup travel coordinator.
• Some travel to attend trade shows and customer meetings may be required.
• Some evening/weekend work may be needed for travel and/or event coordination.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an office environment support role is preferred but not required.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills needed.
• Proficient in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Have a sense of urgency and be self-motivated.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the willingness to solve problems via email and phone.
• Dependable, takes initiative and takes pride in work.
• Work independently and within a team on special, nonrecurring and ongoing projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of customer base, vendor relationships, key contacts and products offered.
• High level of interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse group of customers and individuals. Education &/or Experience:
• Professional work experience in office/administrative or secretarial field helpful.
• Prior tradeshow or event planning experience a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance, Communications or Marketing preferred.
• Knowledgeable about entertainment, sports and collectible products.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint. No agencies please. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits

:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance Schedule:
• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed Ability to Commute:
• Irving, TX 75061 (Required) Willingness to travel:
• 25% (Preferred) Work Location: In person