Sales Assistant

*Job Summary:* We are looking for a Sales Assistant who will play a role in our sales team's success.
You will collaborate closely with our Sales Manager and others to drive revenue growth, exceed sales targets, and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction.
The Sales Assistant facilitates the efficient operation of the sales team of Baker Produce by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks.
*Duties/Responsibilities:* * Answers and transfers phone calls, screening when necessary.
* Acquire and input customer information into company systems to stay on top of current sales landscape and track sales goals.
* Maintains filing systems as assigned.
* Retrieves information as requested from records, email, and other related documents; prepares written summaries of data when needed.
* Engage with customers in a professional and empathetic demeanor to build a sense of comfort and trust.
* Develop and nurture relationships with assigned customer base.
* Responds to and resolves administrative inquiries and questions.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
*Required Skills/Abilities: * * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently.
*Education and Experience:* * Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
* Two to three years of experience in an administrative, customer-facing, sales account management type role preferred.
*Physical Requirements: * * Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
* Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at time.
_*Wage Rate:*_ * $20 - $25 per hour DOE Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.
00 - $25.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Travel requirement: * No travel Ability to Relocate: * Pasco, WA 99301: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person