Sales & Business Development Coordinator

Aspen Fuels USA; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

401K plan

Employer-sponsored health care

Job summary

Aspen Fuels USA is seeking a Sales & Business Development Coordinator to drive growth in North America. You will support our dealer network, manage logistics, and work closely with the sales team to identify new opportunities.

The role requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills with some travel expected. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including health care and a performance-based bonus. This is a chance to be part of a dynamic team in the specialty fuels industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, support, or business development.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Permanent U.S. work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Support dealer and distribution network in the U.S.
• Manage the full order logistics lifecycle.
• Coordinate with departments for outbound logistics.
• Prepare invoices and monitor accounts receivable.
• Support sales team in lead generation efforts.

Skills

Sales support

Business development

Customer service

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Organizational skills

IT systems (ERP, CRM)

Tools

Microsoft D365

Job description

Aspen USA is looking for a Sales & Business Development Coordinator to join our team and play a key role in our growth journey within North America. We are looking for a proactive problem solver with a passion for teamwork and customer support. In this role, you will work closely with Aspen USA management and our sales team in the field. This position will report to the Vice President of Operations and will be actively involved in partnering with our customer base and identifying new opportunities. The individual will be joining a growing team with opportunities to develop in other areas including marketing and supply chain.

With its local HQ office in Chicago, Aspen is a world-leading producer of specialty fuels and lubricants. The brand Aspen offers fuels for small engines which are used in forestry, gardening, boating and motorsports. The company’s products provide superior performance and benefits to users, their machines and the environment. Employing over 250 professionals, the Aspen Group is Headquarted in Sweden, and the brand is active in over 30 countries globally.

We are actively recruiting the next professional to our U.S. team, and looking to fill this position as soon as possible. Learn more about this unique exciting opportunity below.

Activities will include:

• Support of our growing dealer and distribution network in Canada and the U.S.
• Serve as the primary support partner to the sales team, managing the full order logistics lifecycle from handoff through delivery
• Coordinating with different Aspen departments and external partners for outbound logistics
• Prepare invoices, monitor accounts receivable, and follow up on past-due payments
• Developing in-depth product knowledge to support customers
• Work closely with VP of Operations in Business Development and Strategic Sales opportunities
• Driving inside Lead Generation efforts into new segments to support our dealers and outside sales team
• Taking lead in standardized marketing and communications towards customer channels
• Driving process improvements within our operations together with Aspen management

Qualifications and Requirements

The selected candidate will possess professional experience related to the areas of sales, sales support, business development, inside sales, and/or customer service. The ideal candidate will have experience working with our customer segments and related products.

Additional key qualifications include

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to support our dealers
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Analytical mindset and strong attention to detail
• Background working with IT systems including ERP and CRM systems. Experience with Microsoft D365 is an advantage.
• Strong business mindset and ability to identify new opportunities
• Some travel (~10 percent) is expected; Limited international travel may be required
• Permanent U.S. work authorization is required

Compensation

Aspen offers a highly competitive compensation package including a comprehensive benefits program including eligibility for a performance-based bonus, 401K plan, and employer-sponsored health care.