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Sales Assistant / Sales CoordinatorLocation: San Diego, CA (On-site)Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–FridayAbout the OpportunityA well-established consumer products company is seeking a motivated and highly organized Sales Assistant / Sales Coordinator to support a dynamic Sales organization. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who enjoys wearing multiple hats, thrives in fast-paced environments, and loves being the person who quietly keeps everything running smoothly. If you enjoy the balance of detective-level detail work and strong collaborative relationships, this role may be your next home.Position OverviewThe Sales Assistant / Coordinator will provide day-to-day support to the Sales team, helping streamline processes, maintain communication, coordinate key projects, and contribute to the ongoing success of client accounts. This individual will work across multiple internal and external partners, supporting projects from ideation through production and delivery.If you are analytical, proactive, resourceful, and take pride in being “the one who gets things done,” this will be a deeply rewarding role.The ideal candidate needs to have at least 1 years of sales experience in consumer products, possibly having worked with a rep group or directly with a wholesaler that fulfills product to mass retailers, drug chains or big box stores. Possess sufficient understanding of Account Management in a CPG business environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide daily operational and administrative support to the Sales TeamCreate presentations, meeting recaps, reports, and Excel-based tools for decision-makingConduct market and competitive research to inform sales positioning and product strategySupport client communication, follow-ups, and ongoing project coordinationTrack purchase orders, delivery updates, product timelines, and internal deadlinesCoordinate product and sample requests, including delivery tracking and documentationMaintain excellent communication with internal teams, vendors, and client partnersPrepare meeting notes and ensure timely distribution and follow-throughAssist with travel arrangements, scheduling, and cross-department collaborationBuild a reputation for reliable execution, responsiveness, and strong follow-upTake on additional special projects as business needs evolveWhat You BringAS degree or 1–3 years of experience in sales support, account coordination, merchandising, consumer products, or a related fieldStrong skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word); CRM/ERP experience a plusAbility to manage multiple projects with urgency, accuracy, and follow-throughStrong writing and communication skills - comfortable engaging with team members, vendors, and clientsNaturally organized and detail-oriented, with strong analytical thinkingComfortable working both independently and collaborativelyA genuine interest in consumer products, retail, seasonal merchandise, or related industriesExperience with product costing, vendor communication, tariffs, or supply chain processes is a plusWhat Makes You Successful HereYou like solving problems instead of waiting for someone else to solve themFast-moving environments energize you rather than overwhelm youYou’re the type who always knows the status of every detail because you’ve already triple-checked itYou enjoy using data, market research, and product knowledge to help shape strong business results
Salary : $65,000 - $77,000