Sales Assistant

SBH Fashion; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SBH Fashion in New York, NY seeks a Sales Assistant to support the sales team, handle orders, client communications, and follow-ups while coordinating with design, production, and marketing to ensure timely delivery of products.

The role requires 1–2 years in sales support or fashion-related work, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Salary ranges reflect the fashion industry in New York.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in sales support, retail, or fashion-related roles.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales team in day-to-day activities, including order processing, client communications, and follow-ups.
• Assist in preparing sales presentations, proposals, and product information for clients.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activity, customer interactions, and inventory as needed.
• Coordinate with internal teams (design, production, and marketing) to ensure timely delivery and quality of products.
• Help manage and maintain client relationships, providing exceptional customer service.
• Assist with reporting, sales analytics, and tracking key performance metrics.
• Support trade shows, showroom appointments, and other sales events as needed.
• Receive, tag, and track new samples and inventory.
• Monitor and manage sample stock and replenishment.
• Coordinate sample shipments to accounts or trade shows.
• Perform routine inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Log and track customer TOP orders accurately.
• Ensure TOP samples are organized, accounted for, and returned in a timely manner.
• Communicate with buyers and sales team regarding TOP order status.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Title: Sales Assistant

Position Overview:

The Sales Assistant provides support to the sales team, helping drive business growth and ensure excellent client service. This role is ideal for someone organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about the fashion industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales:

• Support the sales team in day-to-day activities, including order processing, client communications, and follow-ups.
• Assist in preparing sales presentations, proposals, and product information for clients.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activity, customer interactions, and inventory as needed.
• Coordinate with internal teams (design, production, and marketing) to ensure timely delivery and quality of products.
• Help manage and maintain client relationships, providing exceptional customer service.
• Assist with reporting, sales analytics, and tracking key performance metrics.
• Support trade shows, showroom appointments, and other sales events as needed.

Inventory Management:

• Receive, tag, and track new samples and inventory.
• Monitor and manage sample stock and replenishment.
• Coordinate sample shipments to accounts or trade shows.
• Perform routine inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.

TOP (Top of production) Tracking:

• Log and track customer TOP orders accurately.
• Ensure TOP samples are organized, accounted for, and returned in a timely manner.
• Communicate with buyers and sales team regarding TOP order status.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in sales support, retail, or fashion-related roles.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Salary $70,000-$75,000