Inside Sales Associate

Sony Corporation; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with matching

Paid vacation time

Education assistance

Student loan assistance

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Sony Electronics Inc. is seeking an Inside Sales Associate to enable the sales team to engage customers and accelerate opportunities. You will coordinate with customers, sales, operations, and finance to ensure accurate processes across the sales cycle.

The role requires at least 3 years in sales support or related functions, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office. This position offers hybrid work arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related sales support, inside sales or customer service experience.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and report business data.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to interact with customers and stakeholders.
• Excellent organization, planning and multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive sales and operational support to maximize customer engagement.
• Act as liaison between customers, sales, operations, finance and supply chain.
• Support quotes, pricing, orders, shipments, POs and invoices.
• Assist territory planning, events, communications and issue resolution.
• Maintain sales records and provide reporting and insights for decision making.
• Collaborate with Regional Sales Managers and Business Development teams.

Skills

Sales support experience

Analytical skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. In addition, our team members enjoy innovative work‑life balance opportunities including a hybrid home/office workplace, monthly “Free Fridays”, and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half‑days during the summer). Join us on our mission to fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology.

Responsibilities

This Inside Sales Associate is responsible for providing proactive sales and operational support that enables the sales team to maximize customer engagement, accelerate opportunities, and deliver an exceptional customer experience. This role serves as a key liaison between customers, sales, operations, customer service, finance, and supply chain teams, ensuring business processes are executed efficiently and accurately throughout the sales cycle. Responsibilities Key responsibilities include supporting quote and pricing requests, monitoring order and shipment status, managing purchase order and invoice activities, assisting with territory planning and customer events, coordinating sales‑related communications, and helping drive timely resolution of customer issues. The Inside Sales Associate will also maintain accurate sales records, provide reporting and business insights, and assist with sales analytics that support strategic decision making across the Professional Display Solutions organization. Additional responsibilities include collaborating closely with Regional Sales Managers and Business Development teams to identify process improvements, support account growth initiatives, and strengthen engagement with reseller, distributor, consultant, and end‑user partners.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of related sales support, inside sales, customer service, operations, or business support experience.
• Demonstrated analytical skills with experience interpreting and reporting business data.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to professionally interact with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively across cross‑functional teams and build collaborative working relationships.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently in a remote environment.
• Proven ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced business environment.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with SAP.
• Working knowledge of Salesforce CRM.
• Experience supporting sales organizations within the professional AV, technology, consumer electronics, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of sales operations, order management, and forecasting processes.
• Advanced Excel and reporting capabilities.
• Consistent track record of exceeding company expectations and delivering exceptional internal and external customer support.

Salary & Benefits

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $20.72 to $27.63 per hour. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for an annual corporate bonus plan, which is based on company performance and is not guaranteed, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision), paid medical leave, a 401k plan with matching company contributions, vacation time, education assistance, student loan assistance program, eighty hours of paid sick leave time annually, and up to twelve weeks paid parental leave. Honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above.

EEO & Diversity

Sony Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values employees with a broad cross‑cultural perspective. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity.

Values

• Dreams & Curiosity Pioneer the future with dreams and curiosity.
• Diversity Pursue the creation of the very best by harnessing diversity and varying viewpoints.
• Integrity & Sincerity Earn the trust for the Sony brand through ethical and responsible conduct.
• Sustainability Fulfill our stakeholder responsibilities through disciplined business practices.