Sales Assistant

3831BR

Sales

Regular

Job Description

Supports all sales activities of the Sales Associate to achieve total customer satisfaction. Must be able to perform sales associate duties when they are not available or in the office.

-Process all stock and FD orders that are received as well as pricing requests and be able to prepare them by using the Don Quote program.
-Write up FD/BC orders as required and process them.
-Proactively expedite FD shipments to minimize last-minute problems on deliveries. Provide updated lists of goods available at the freight forwarder to our customers when asked.
-Insure coordination of orders to freight forwarders for overseas shipments and proper deliveries to the forwarders are completed.
-Prepare and deliver correct documentation to the customers and their forwarders to expedite export shipments.
-Handle and respond to all incoming phone messages, emails, and faxes with limited management support.
-File all necessary documents as required.
-Mail customer invoices to ensure prompt payment and/or expedited passage through customs in the destination country.
-Work with vendors and manufacturers' representatives to obtain competitive pricing as needed to support quotations and contract to price.
-Maintain& process all contracts.

External Qualifications

Requires HS or equivalent, 2+ years of administrative support experience, Working knowledge of Word and Excel, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks. Prior hospitality or hospitality sales and freight forwarder experience is a plus. Ability to enter orders directly into the SAP order entry system.

City

Miramar

State/Province

Florida

Zip Code

33025

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Company Overview

Owned and operated by the Don family since 1921, Edward Don & Company is the world's leading distributor of foodservice equipment and supplies. Our knowledgeable sales representatives, unmatched product selection, nationwide distribution centers, and integration of new technology make us the chosen supplier to all types of foodservice businesses including independent restaurants, national chains, health care, hospitality, country clubs, schools and universities, government institutions, and foodservice management.

Edward Don & Company offers a comprehensive benefit plan which includes medical, dental and vision benefits; 401(k); paid vacation, personal/sick days and holidays; job training and development; life insurance; employee assistance program; flexible spending accounts; merchandise discounts and much more. EOE disability/veteran.