Sales Assistant

Sales Assistant

Position Summary

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented Sales Assistant to support customer account setup, sales order processing, packaging supply purchasing, and general administrative duties at our sweet potato processing plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up new customer accounts and maintain accurate customer records, pricing, and product specifications.
• Process customer orders and coordinate order details, packaging requirements, and delivery schedules.
• Communicate with customers regarding orders, product availability, and account needs.
• Order and track packaging supplies, including cartons, boxes, bags, labels, and pallets.
• Communicate with packaging vendors to obtain quotes, place orders, and monitor deliveries.
• Track packaging inventory to ensure adequate supplies are available for production.
• Coordinate with sales, production, warehouse, and shipping teams to meet customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate purchase orders, sales records, inventory information, and other administrative documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales support, customer service, purchasing, or office administration.
• Experience setting up new customer accounts and coordinating packaging supplies preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.
• Experience in food processing, agriculture, manufacturing, or produce packing is a plus.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Additional coursework or a certificate in business administration, sales, purchasing, or supply chain management is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, or equivalent office software.
• Relevant work experience in customer service, sales administration, purchasing, packaging, or inventory management may substitute for additional formal education.