Sales Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

The Sales Assistant will support the global sales team with a focus on sales operations, order management, shipping, sample coordination, after sales, and selling & reporting tools. This position will coordinate with account managers, cross-functional teams and wholesale partners to complete business tasks and deliverables.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales Support

• Complete follow through on sales orders from entry to validation to shipping to payment
• Liaise with logistics and order management to resolve customer after sales / quality issue claims
• Manage sample distribution for wholesale e-commerce and marketing
• Partner with cross-functional Depts. to develop seasonal training tools
• Prepare & deliver relevant information prior to launching deliveries
• Assist AM and management to support the division as needed

Reporting & Analysis

• Compile & analyze weekly & monthly sales reporting
• Support AM with market preparation analysis – sales, inventory, on-order
• Track & report on deliverables such as co-op advertising, training, VM
• Ad-hoc analysis to devise and support business directives
• Serve as a point person for system usage needs & enhancements

Market Support (4 markets per year)

• Plan and coordinate the logistics of market set-up, execution and wrap-up
• Budget management
• Assist in selling presentation for virtual & showroom appointments
• Support team on all market-related activities

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education: 4 Year college degree
• Minimum Years of Experience: 1 - 2 years in fashion wholesale and/or retail buying
• Travel may be required

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, presentation & interpersonal skills
• Highly organized with ability to prioritize & operate efficiently
• Strong attention to details & deadlines
• Team player
• Passion for the industry