Sales/Marketing Assistant

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and organized sales/marketing assistant to support our sales team and director.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the sales team with daily administrative tasks, including preparing pricing, proposals, and sales presentations.
• Maintain and update product databases with accurate information.
• Aid in the customer setup process, which includes learning new customer-specific systems.
• Prepare reports, forecasts, and performance metrics for management review.
• Collaborate with internal departments and sales team to address customer/new item setup.
• Aid with marketing opportunities and provide data needed for campaigns.

Qualifications & Experience

• A high school diploma is required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in sales support, customer service, or administrative roles (experience in the food or CPG industry is a strong plus).
• Familiarity with food manufacturing, supply chain, and retail sales channels is highly desirable (previous experience with a food distributor or as a food broker is a strong plus).

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a customer-first mindset.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities; capable of managing multiple requests in a timely manner.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• A high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Team player with a positive attitude and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Basic understanding of food industry regulations (FDA, USDA, SQF, etc.) is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.