Issaquah, Washington
Sales Support Specialist - IS.IN-SLS-072617-1 Job Opening in Issaquah, Washington - Sales Support Specialist ? Sales Support
Job Description Summary
The Sales Support Specialist role is an internal sales support position for assisting Account Managers with back-end sales processes and support. A primary focus for this position will be the coordination and generation of RFP response materials including reviewing RFP requirements, building response documents, archiving of completed responses, and tracking newly posted RFPs. Another key responsibility for this role will be assisting Account Managers in submitting manufacturer registrations and tracking the status of existing registrations. Additional activities can include building customer quotes, customer communications, sales certifications, and other sales support tasks as needed. The Sales Support Specialist position will report to the Sales Manager while coordinating with Marketing and the Chief Brand Officer.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist Account Managers with the building and delivery of RFP responses.
Manage the organization and archiving of completed proposal content.
Monitor and communicate new RFP postings.
Assist Account Managers in submitting various manufacturer registrations (ex. Cisco OIP/TIP registrations).
Track and report on the status of existing registrations for the overall sales team.
Additional sales support duties such as building quotes or assisting with customer communications.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None required.
Education and Experience
BS degree in Business Administration field preferred.
1-2 years of sales experience preferred.
Performance Standards
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are fundamental to this role.
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
Deadline driven, with ability to prioritize requirements is a must.
Resourceful and flexible to job needs.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Able to articulate and effectively present information in person, over the phone, and in writing.
The ability to comprehend and follow detailed instructions and process requirements.
The ability to motivate or influence others is a material part of the job, requiring a significant level of diplomacy, discretion, and trust.
Technical Requirements
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and Visio a must.
Familiarity with Cisco Systems products and services preferred.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations and other Skills
No certifications, licenses, or registrations required.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
sales: 1 year
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