Sales Assistant

Bedemco Inc.White Plains, NY, US

16 hours ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an energetic and motivated Junior Trader-Salesperson / Sales Assistant to join our growing team in the food ingredient industry. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, eager to learn the fundamentals of sales & purchasing, and excited to grow within a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Bedemco food trader has the ability to buy and sell food products while earning commissions. The idea is that the sales assistant / Jr Trader will graduate to becoming a full-time trader while assisting the current team of traders and learning the role of buying and selling food ingredients.

The ideal candidate is a culture fit—driven, team-oriented, reliable, and enthusiastic about delivering value to our customers, suppliers, and internal Traders. You’ll play a key supporting role for sales & purchasing at Bedemco, while gaining hands-on experience and exposure to our operations, business to business interactions, and the inner workings of an import / ingredient-focused food business. Whether you are looking to join a long-term sustainable industry in food ingredients or looking to gain more experience, let's discuss how this role can be perfectly suited for you!

Pay : $55,000 - $65,000 depending on experience with full time benefits.

Qualifications

Hungry For Food & Results
Entrepreneurial
Forward Thinking & Flexible
Shadow multiple office positions and train in a variety of tasks
Your degree should be business related (ie., Business Admin., Mgmt., etc.)
Availability to work a hybrid schedule 40 hours / week throughout summer break
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-directed and able to work without supervision
Energetic, motivated, and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
Strong analytical and communication skills
Pays attention to details and acts with urgency
Must be able to multitask and prioritize
Ability to focus, see tasks thru to completion, and positive.

Responsibilities

In this position, you will be expected to learn the ins-and-outs of our daily routines and procedures

Answer phone inquiries, direct calls, and provide basic company information; oversee mail deliveries, packages, and couriers

Perform administrative duties, take memos, maintain files, maintain calendars, and organize documents

Assist in preparing information and research materials; create and maintain files key presentation material.

Take notes and memos during meetings; type documents, drafts, and reports; sort and manage files

Run general industry related errands

Manage & track databases and input information, data, lead list, account list, and records

Research and gather documentation on company position in the industry

Set up, break down, organize, and maintain conference rooms, training rooms, sample rooms, and meeting rooms, update company calendars

Attend company functions and networking events

Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by the Sales Manager and / or Management.

This position requires 1-3 years of training.

Collaborate with sales & trading team to assisting in opportunities and manage responsibilities aligned with each one.

Build and help manage customer relationships by consistently following thru on tasks and customer service.

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

401(k) w / matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Education :

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience :

B2B sales : 1 year (Preferred)

Location :

White Plains, NY 10601 (Required)

Ability to Commute :

White Plains, NY 10601 (Required)

Work Location : In person

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