Job Description
Job description
· Full-time, permanent role with a global company
· Career growth opportunities
· Join a high-performing team in a successful organisation
MACVAD is a global company with Head Office in New Zealand. Our group has over 60 years’ experience importing products for leading retail chains. Our track record shows growth and consistent success, thanks to our amazing teams around the world.
Our Chicago office sources and supplies homeware products to major US retailers, including kitchen, décor, pet, automotive, outdoor and garden products. The Sales Assistant role is key to their success in supporting Account Managers to deliver great customer service and ensuring the on time delivery of products, while maintaining high quality standards.
MACVAD’s company culture emphasises teamwork and collaboration and we have a strong track record of promoting our high performers.
Our ideal candidate would be someone with experience working for wholesalers, sourcing agents or large retailers. We provide on-the-job training but industry experience is important to master the complexities of our business.
The key responsibilities of the Sales Assistant role are:
· Providing admin support to our sales team, including processing orders, quotes, creating presentations, etc.
· Supporting Account Mangers to monitor production and trouble-shoot any issues that arise.
· Delivering excellent customer service to buyer teams by maintaining regular communication, keeping them updated on orders and resolving problems.
· Building relationships with suppliers and customers’ support teams.
· Tracking and analyzing sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth.
· Data entry, file management and reporting as required.
You will need to be able to demonstrate:
· At least 3 years’ relevant industry experience.
· A positive and proactive personal style.
· Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic working environment.
· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
· Strong planning and organizing skills with great attention to detail.
· Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
· A full driver’s license is required
Our people are talented and entrepreneurial with expertise in their chosen categories. There is a culture of fun, generosity, and sharing of ideas across the group to ensure the benefits of great work are there for others to utilize.
If you’re confident that you meet the job requirements above and you’re looking for a great career move, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
• Bonus opportunities
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
• What is your salary expectation?
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
• Lincolnwood, IL 60712 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
Shift:
• Day shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
• What is your salary expectation?
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
• Lincolnwood, IL 60712 (Required)
Work Location: In person