Sales Assistant

We are looking for a Sales Assistant to support day-to-day sales operations and help deliver a responsive, attentive experience for customers in Wallingford, Connecticut. This contract position with the potential to become permanent is ideal for someone with a strong background in inside and direct sales who can manage communication across inbound and outbound channels. The role requires a detail-oriented individual who is comfortable tracking activity, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to overall sales performance.

Responsibilities:
• Support the sales team by handling customer inquiries, following up on leads, and keeping communication timely and clear.
• Coordinate both inbound and outbound sales activities to help build relationships and identify business opportunities.
• Maintain accurate sales records, customer updates, and activity tracking using Microsoft Excel and monday.com.
• Assist with preparing quotes, sales documentation, and related administrative tasks to keep the sales process moving efficiently.
• Communicate with clients to provide product or service information, address questions, and help resolve routine issues.
• Monitor ongoing opportunities and follow through on next steps to help improve pipeline organization and conversion efforts.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure customer needs, order details, and sales priorities are communicated clearly.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in a sales support, inside sales, or direct sales role.
• Demonstrated ability to manage both inbound and outbound customer interactions with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, reporting, and organizing sales-related information.
• Experience using monday.com or similar tools to manage tasks, workflows, or sales activity.
• Ability to stay organized, manage multiple priorities, and follow through on deadlines.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Compensation

$27.71-$32.09 Hourly

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