We are looking for a Sales Assistant who will support the Sales Team in customer coordination, order processing, sales documentation, and import/export activities. The position requires strong coordination and administrative skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Logistics, Customs Administration, or related field.
Experience
- At least 1 year of experience in sales support, customer service, logistics, import/export processing, or related administrative work.
- Experience in handling shipping documents, customs clearance, and coordination with freight forwarders is an advantage.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
A. Sales Support Functions
- Prepare quotations, proposals, and sales-related documents.
- Process customer inquiries and coordinate with relevant departments for timely responses.
- Receive and process customer orders and monitor order status.
- Maintain and update customer records, sales databases, and reports.
- Follow up quotations, purchase orders, and pending customer requirements.
- Coordinate delivery schedules and shipment status with customers and internal departments.
- Assist the Sales Team in achieving departmental objectives through effective administrative support.
B. Import & Export Functions
- Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, suppliers, and internal departments regarding import and export shipments.
- Prepare and provide the required documents, permits, and information for import and export processing.
- Monitor shipment status and follow up with brokers to ensure timely processing and delivery.
- Coordinate customs clearance, permit requirements, and shipment schedules through brokers.
- Ensure timely submission and proper filing of shipping and regulatory documents.
- Maintain complete records of import and export transactions.
- Assist in resolving shipment and documentation issues and provide shipment updates to concerned departments.
C. Customer Support & Coordination
- Serve as a liaison between customers and internal departments.
- Coordinate customer requirements with Service, Warehouse, Logistics, and Accounting & Administration departments.
- Monitor customer inquiries and ensure timely responses.
- Assist customers with documentation, delivery schedules, and order-related concerns.
- Ensure timely communication regarding product availability, pricing, and delivery schedules.
- Support customer training, seminars, and company events as required.
D. Administrative Functions
- Maintain accurate records of quotations, sales orders, shipments, and customer transactions.
- Ensure proper filing and safekeeping of sales and shipping documents.
- Prepare sales, shipment, and management reports as required.
- Assist management in monitoring order status, deliveries, and business activities.
- Perform other administrative and sales support duties as assigned.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Good organizational, documentation, and coordination abilities.
- Knowledge of import/export procedures and shipping documentation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP experience is an advantage).
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Good problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
- Annual Salary Increase
- Performance Bonus and 13th month pay
- HMO Coverage for Employee, Spouse, and Children (up to 3 Dependents)
- Transportation Allowance
- Postpaid Mobile Phone
- Government Mandatory Benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG)
- Two (2) Rest Days per Week
- Company Vehicle Provided for Official Business
- Annual Company Outing and Team Building Activities
NOTE: NO SERVICE. PICK-UP AT GREENFIELD ONLY.