Assistant Sales Manager

$60,000 - $100,000/Yr

Cloacina - Arroyo Grande, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Arroyo Grande, CA

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Assistant Sales Manager plays a crucial role in driving revenue for the Cloacina Sales Team by managing client relationships and supporting the Sales Manager. This position involves a mix of client management, proposal development, and administrative tasks, all aimed at enhancing business development opportunities in the wastewater treatment industry.

Responsibilities

• Attend project calls and serve as the initial point of contact for scheduling and notetaking.
• Respond to general email inquiries and provide necessary resources.
• Attend site visits, installation tours, in-person meetings, and virtual video calls.
• Develop professional relationships and explore business development opportunities in the industry.
• Support the Sales Manager on project-related questions and documentation.
• Communicate project-related questions and deliverables to the Sales Manager.
• Maintain proposal documentation and templates, ensuring conformity to requests for quotations.
• Utilize proposal documentation structure and templates on the server.
• Generate sales proposals compatible with company technology as determined by the Sales Manager.
• Summarize project information and opportunities for management review.
• Monitor clients' requests for quotes and ensure timely processing through the system.
• Leverage CRM workflows and email automation for follow-up reminders on tracked opportunities.
• Perform administrative tasks related to tradeshow and event planning as directed by the Sales Manager.
• Check in with vendors for product pricing and lead times.
• Maintain internal databases for proposal authorizations, product information, quotations, and activity reports.
• Coordinate with the Sales Manager and provide support as required.
• Prepare proposals, product announcements, and literature for clients.
• Provide feedback on CRM software efficiencies.
• Prepare reports on account status and attend trade shows and events as directed.

Requirements

• Experience in technical and proposal writing.
• Driven, energetic self-starter who identifies and accomplishes goals without explicit instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client trust.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with consistent follow-through.
• Able to analyze data to recommend improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to respond to and handle challenges in a professional manner.
• Proven work experience as an Account Manager, Sales Account Manager, Program/Project Manager, or similar role.
• Proficient in software programs such as Salesforce, Zoho, Microsoft Word, Excel, and MS Schedule.
• Experience with AutoCAD is preferred but not required.
• Water and wastewater industry experience is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with AutoCAD is preferred but not required.
• Water and wastewater industry experience is a plus.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Bonus opportunities