Sales and Marketing Assistant

Marukan Vinegar U.S.A. Inc.

PARAMOUNT, CA

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, High School Diploma, Inside Sales, Internet Application, Marketing, Marketing Campaign, Marketing Plan, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Profit & Loss, Promotional Programs, Reporting Skills, Resolve Customer Issues, Sales, Sales Administration, Sales Operations, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, Sales Support, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills, eCommerce, eCommerce Sales
LOCATION
PARAMOUNT, CA
POSTED
Today
Position/ Job Title: Inside Sales Assistant and Marketing Analyst
Department: Marketing
Location: Paramount, CA
Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Shift: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm or Agreed Upon 8-Hour Shift
Immediate Supervisor: Marketing Manager
Positions Supervised: N/A
JOB SUMMARY
  • This position combines multiple inside sales and marketing responsibilities performed by one person in the company’s Marketing department.  These responsibilities mainly include:
    • Analyze data from multiple sources and prepare reports for executive management and sales.  Provide actionable insights to management to help determine strategies and improve sales and marketing tactics.
    • Assist with and maintain e-commerce platforms while working with an agency to ensure company profitability, growth, and other strategic objectives. 
    • Assist the Marketing Manager in supporting sales and marketing initiatives as needed.
  • In addition to the above primary responsibilities, this position will support the Sales and Marketing Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Assist with the preparation of sales and executive presentations to help determine priorities in data analysis and reporting that support these departments.
  • Identify better ways to gain insights into opportunities and communicate those opportunities to management so they can be capitalized on.
  • Assist the Marketing Manager in executing marketing plans, campaigns, and promotional initiatives.
  • Understand current e-commerce sales procedures through Amazon Seller Central, Walmart Seller Center, and other online marketplace activities.  Work to grow and improve the system. 
  • Understand grocery distributor and retailer trade promotions. Work with the Sales Operations Coordinator to provide insights that support more effective promotions.
  • Provide administrative support to Sales and Marketing teams.
  • Assist with reception, customer inquiries, and special projects as needed.
  • Exhibit a positive attitude toward work and fellow employees, helping to fulfill the company’s mission of being a great place to work.
  • Perform general customer service and front desk functions including handling customer inquiries and guiding visitors when necessary.
OTHER DUTIES
  • Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification:
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is the minimum requirement.
  • A college degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Required Knowledge and Skills:
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Proficiency in MS Office Suite. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience is also preferred.
  • Ability to quickly learn new software platforms and portals to cultivate and analyze data.  Knowledge of and experience with consumer databases such as NielsenIQ, SPINS, or Circana is highly preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail, ability to avoid and correct errors, and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and possess the potential to be a team leader.
  • Manages time to efficiently get the most work done during an 8-hour shift.
  • Ability to adapt to change.

Experience Required:
  • Entry-level candidates are acceptable if the above requirements are met.
  • Internship, sales, or administrative office experience is preferred.
  • Experience with or knowledge of grocery, specialty, natural, or Asian ethnic food is highly preferred.

 

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Marukan Vinegar U.S.A. Inc.