Sales Support; Assistant

Sales Support (Assistant)

Hayden Valley Foods, the nation’s TOP privately owned and operated nut and snack company, has an immediate opening for a Sales Support associate on 1st shift. Since innovating this industry since 1967, we have become well respected for our food products, reputation, and consistent results. Come join our growing team!

This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.

• Process and prepare sample requests for various departments, primarily sales.
• Manage Fed Ex shipments, relaying pertinent information to the team upon processing of samples/packages shipped.
• Maintain sample log and track samples once shipped.
• Communicate and collaborate directly with various departments (Quality, Purchasing, Production, Shipping).
• Provide direct support to Sales Representatives / Customer Service Team to assist with field sales projects, floating to assist where needed.
• Handle daily email communications and respond to requests or follow up on status of requests.
• Answer phones.
• Input sales orders.
• Support the Graphic Design department with trade show coordination and marketing materials.
• Identify recommendations for process efficiency based on issues raised by the sales team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma (required).
• Experience in and knowledge of the food manufacturing industry is highly desirable.
• Must be able to talk or hear regularly; stand, walk, use hands, and occasionally lift or move objects up to 30 pounds.
• Exemplary attendance is required.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Present information clearly and effectively, responding to email communication.
• Embodies company values such as Accountability, Passion, Integrity, Innovation, and Humility.
• High energy, drive, ambition, and acts with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, listening, and articulate—able to explain/interpret complex issues clearly.
• Consultative and collaborative work‑style when working with customers and internal departments.
• Well organized with ability to prioritize and manage conflicting priorities.
• Comfortable in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Enthusiastic learner, eager to meet challenges, and quickly assimilate new concepts.
• Displays confidence in ability and performance on subject and role, exudes subject‑matter expertise.

Competitive salary $43,000-$45,000, depending on experience.

401(K), Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Supplemental, and Life Insurance packages; company‑paid $50K life insurance policy.

PTO (Vacation/Sick) & 7 company‑paid holidays.

Hayden Valley Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Hayden Valley Foods provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Company expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Company’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including separation.

Other duties / responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

$43,000 - $45,000 per year.