Sales Assistant

Are you looking for new opportunities for growth? Would you like to be part of a dynamic and entrepreneurial Sales team
? As one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, Fresh Direct Produce is looking for a collaborative and focused Sales Assistant. As an organized, responsible, and self-motivated team player, you have solid time management skills and are flexible in handling and prioritizing work from various sources.

Reporting to the Sales Manager, you will be a connector for our team and customers, providing admin and sales support to help with communication and process flows. You will also develop and utilize many skills, including organizational, analytical, negotiating, and planning. If this sounds like you, we look forward to hearing from you!

DUTIES &

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Administration:

• Coordinate and consolidate information between Buying and Sales Departments
• Take and send product pictures whenever required
• Compile and customize quotations and ads
• Co-ordinate meetings: room booking, documentation, minutes taking

Sales:

• Handle and process orders emailed in from customers
• Greet front sales customers, write orders and process them for packing
• Assist with smaller accounts
• Prepare invoices and credit notes for processing
• Support new account set-up processes, e.g. sending welcome package to new customers

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Business Admin degree/diploma or min. 1 years’ relevant experience in a coordination role
• Experience with handling correspondence and generating reports
• Knowledge in produce wholesale/distribution industry an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft and Windows programs
• Solid financial abilities (comfortable with numeracy and analysis)
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills

WHAT WE OFFER:

• In-house job training for all new employees
• A competitive compensation package that includes a discretionary bonus program
• Group health benefits
• Great development opportunities!

Thank you for your interest in Fresh Direct Produce!
Making a Healthy Difference!