Assistant Sales Manager

$60,000 - $100,000/Yr

Cloacina - Arroyo Grande, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Arroyo Grande, CA

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Assistant Sales Manager at Cloacina is a pivotal role within the sales team, responsible for driving revenue through effective client management and relationship building. This position involves supporting the Sales Manager, attending project calls, and ensuring timely communication and documentation for sales proposals. The role is ideal for a driven individual looking to excel in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, particularly 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.
• Support the Sales Manager with project-related questions and documentation.
• Communicate project-related questions and deliverables to the Sales Manager.
• Maintain proposal documentation and templates to ensure conformity to requests for quotations.
• Utilize proposal documentation structure and templates on the server.
• Generate sales proposals compatible with company technology as directed 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 needed.
• Check in with vendors for product pricing and lead times.
• Maintain internal databases for proposal authorizations, product information, and activity reports.
• Coordinate with the Sales Manager and provide necessary support.
• Prepare proposals, product announcements, and literature for clients.
• Provide feedback on CRM software efficiencies and prepare account status reports.
• Attend trade shows and other events as directed by the Sales Manager.

Requirements

• Experience in technical and proposal writing.
• Driven, energetic self-starter with goal-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client trust.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with strong follow-through.
• Proficient in analyzing data to recommend improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to respond to challenges in a professional manner.
• Proven work experience as an Account Manager, Sales Account Manager, or similar role.
• Proficient in 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

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