Assistant Sales Manager

TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED

• Attend project calls and be the initial point of contact for scheduling and notetaking
• Respond to general email questions and provide resources as necessary
• Attend site visits, installation tours, in-person meetings, and virtual video calls
• Develop professional relationships and consider business development opportunities in the industry
• Work within a basis of design provided by the Sales Manager
• Support the Sales Manager on project related questions and supporting documentation
• Communicate project related questions and deliverables to the Sales Manager
• Maintain proposal documentation and templates and ensure conformity to requests for quotations
• Utilize the structure of the proposal documentation and templates on the server
• Generate sales proposals compatible with our technology as determined by the Sales Manager
• Summarize project information and opportunities for management review and decision making
• Maintain functions within Cloacina to monitor clients’ request for quotes, maintain visibility of contract requirements by the responsible departments and ensure the requests for quotes are moving in a timely manner through the system
• Leverage CRM workflows and email automation so Sales has reminders to follow up with tracked opportunities
• Perform administrative tasks related to tradeshow and/or event planning at the discretion of the Sales Manager
• Routinely check in with vendors for product pricing and lead times
• Maintain the internal data bases for proposal authorizations, product information, quotations and activity reports
• Maintain contract files and logs
• Cook with the Sales Manager and provide them with support when required
• Ping new inquiries or opportunities for constant diligent follow up
• Prepare proposals, product announcements and literature as required for new and existing clients
• Provide feedback on Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software efficiencies
• Prepare reports on account status
• Attend trade shows and other events at the discretion of the Sales Manager

  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience in technical and proposal writing
  • Driven, energetic self-starter who identifies and accomplishes goals without explicit instruction
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client trust
  • Can handle multiple priorities with consistent and strong follow through. Able to analyze data in order to recommend improvements
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to respond to and handle challenges in a professional and solutions-oriented manner
  • Proven work experience as an Account Manager, Sales Account Manager, Program/Project Manager or other relevant role
  • Proficient in computer software programs such as Salesforce, Zoho, Microsoft Word, Excel, MS Schedule. *Experience with AutoCAD is preferred but not required.
  • Water and wastewater industry experience is a plus