Lead Sales Associate

NGC; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Lead Sales Associate to join their team in the greater Buffalo area. This full-time role is pivotal in enhancing clients' sales strategies through expert knowledge and a wealth of experience in business partnerships. The successful candidate will oversee market territory, manage escalations, and foster strong relationships with clients. If you possess a proactive attitude, a knack for customer service, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company committed to diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred.
• Previous customer service experience in retail is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Grow client accounts and improve sales monthly.
• Manage customer service, pricing, and promotions effectively.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Strategy

Relationship Management

Effective Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sales Systems

Job description

NextGen Contracting in the greater Buffalo area is looking for a Lead Sales Associate. As our company expands, we are seeking a full-time candidate to help evolve our clients' sales strategy by utilizing our professional knowledge and, more importantly, our extensive experience in Business Partnerships. Our team of Sales Associates is responsible for vetting client knowledge, including new products, services, and upgrades our customer is eligible for. This successful Lead Sales Associate will be tasked with controlling our market territory, managing escalations and promotions, specifying prices, and maintaining relationships with our clients and customers.

What will you be doing:

1. Grow our clients' accounts monthly with continuous improvement and increases.
2. Responsible for customer service, price setting, promoting listings, and identifying products.
3. Communicate effectively with customers, fellow employees, and management.
4. Be knowledgeable and familiar with the surrounding businesses to track competitors' tactics.
5. Maintain and build positive relationships with vendors, suppliers, and customers.
6. Utilize our existing sales systems and drive sales overall.
7. Plan and implement corporate and departmental initiatives, policies, and procedures for our office.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree preferably in business administration or related field.
2. Previous customer service/cashier experience in a retail environment.
3. High School Diploma or equivalent.
4. A self-starter with a sense of ownership who is adaptable, resilient, and can work independently in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
5. Ability to interact with diverse personalities.

NextGen Contracting is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all qualified individuals. All employment decisions are made without age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military leave or veteran status, genetic information, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where we value diversity and unique experiences, backgrounds, and identities.