What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant - Sales position at Tom James Company?
At the Tom James Company, an Assistant supports our sales team members, store leaders, and key organizational leaders in fulfilling our mission to be a global leader in the fashion industry. An Assistant is a valued member of the Tom James sales support team.
We currently have a part-time opening in our San Antonio, TX office. Our position is for 20 hours per week at $18.00 per hour. We offer a generous PTO plan, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan. Regular onsite attendance required.
\n- Prospecting new clients using internet and social media applications
- Digital marketing - proficient in LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Twitter
- Entering referrals into proprietary system
- Sending introductory and promotional messages
- Creating call lists/hot lists
- Delivering exceptional customer service when contacting factories, corporate office, clients and outside vendors
- Maintaining a professional image to interface with corporate clients
- Supporting the sales efforts of the sales professional by:
- Communicating regularly with the sales professional and other members of the store team
- Meeting with the sales professional to set goals
- Managing daily calendar
- Organizing inventory
- Pursuing efficiencies for processes and communication
- Picking up and delivering client items as needed
- Confident, independent worker
- Strong communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
- Excellent organizational skills
- Outstanding time management skills
- Professional customer service skills
- Social Media savvy (especially on LinkedIn & Instagram)
- Proficient using multiple forms of technology including Microsoft Office; Google Docs, Sheets, Forms
- Possesses basic accounting skills (such as balancing accounts)
- Enjoys being flexible and multitasking
- Motivated to tackle challenges
- Yearns to work in a fast-paced team environment
- Able to bend and lift 20 lbs.
- Valid Driver’s License required (Exception: larger metropolitan areas)
- Two years office-related experience is preferred.
- Experience with a sales-oriented environment is a plus!