JOB FILLED - Sales Assistant

To 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.

General 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 tasks in a 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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D

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