Sales Support Specialist

The Sales Support Specialist position is the principal administrative support function for the Sales group. It provides the information link between the Salesperson, Company and Customer. This role is the center of communication for internal and external customers and suppliers alike for product samples, pricing, and technical documentations requests. Working alone and at times together with Customer Service, the Sales Support Specialist's principal responsibility is doing whatever it takes to ensure that the Customers’ informational requirements are met in a timely manner.

Regional Sales Manager Support Prepares all correspondence necessary including:
Pricing, Customer Quotes, Introduction Letters, Customer requests for Stocking of Inventory as requested by Regional Sales Managers.

Assists Regional Sales Managers in sourcing information in Skidmore's Sales ERP System and Salesforce.

Assists Regional Sales Managers in the review of Customer activity such as ordering and usage patterns.

Bears joint responsibility with Regional Sales Managers to distribute and expedite all inbound Customer, Vendor and Sales correspondences arriving by mail and e-mail.

Receives inbound calls for Regional Sales Managers.

Prepares special reports, Monthly, Quarterly and other periods as requested by the Regional Sales Managers or key customers.

Customer Support Takes orders if requested by customer, then provides to customer service immediately.

Enters and updates new prospects and other sales data for current customers into Sage X3 and Salesforce.

Responds to customer requests for product information, availability, alternate sources, and general product information as directed by Regional Sales Manager.

Responds to sample requests and provides the necessary follow up for expeditious service.

At times assumes a supporting role to the Customer Service function with regards to pricing; responds timely and completely to a customer’s order.

Research customer history.

Responds to requests by customers for Quality Documents.

Support to Staff & Other Departments Responsible for disseminating special pricing information to Sales & Customer Service, including the timely maintenance of Customer Price Lists.

Acts as liaison between Regional Sales Managers, Customer, Vendor and internal contacts.

Provides support to the Buyers by providing customer Stocking Agreements.

Training & Development Participates in supplier training during sales meetings as needed.

Attends trade shows when requested to do so.

Clerical/General Administrative Responds to routine emails, phone calls, etc.

Makes copies, print documents, mail delivery, etc.

Files paperwork

Education/Experience Knowledge and skills at a level normally acquired through the completion of an Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school diploma or GED required2-3 years of professional experience required, preferably in a related field.

Salesforce experience preferred

Licenses/Credentials/CertificationsN/ASpecialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Calm, organized, patient, diplomatic, and confident demeanor in working with staff and customers

Advanced attention to detail and accuracy in all work

Sage X3 experience preferred

Ability to prioritize own wide-ranging work load and work independently

Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to internal and external customers

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications:
Word, Excel, Outlook Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, vendors and customers

Working Hours/Environment Office hours are 40 per week – Monday – Friday, 7:30 – 4:00; may require additional hours periodically, including evening and weekends depending on business needs

Start and end times are flexible (ex. may opt for 8:00 - 4:30 schedule)
Work typically performed in an…