Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Sales Team Assistant with fashion industry experience to join our wholesale team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting our sales efforts and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within the sales field. This is with SJF Futures and supporting their main client, Billy Reid, a high-end menswear brand.
This is a full-time contract extension role with the potential to become permanent.
- Temp to permanent, paying $28/hr. on the temporary side and $65k (flex for the right candidate) if permanent.
- Location: Hybrid – 2-3 days/week onsite in NYC (25th St/Park Ave office), possibly more remote flexibility down the line (start first week or so fully onsite for training
- Interview ASAP, start June 9th
Responsibilities:- Order & Sales Reporting via Excel; Perform v-lookups and create pivot tables
- Run ATS (order status) reports, check cancel dates, highlight delays, and flag important updates
- Generate selling and shipping reports for the team
- Order Entry & Management
- Process new orders and email orders (training provided)
- Enter and track reorders (workload varies in waves)
- Account & Sales Team Support
- Eventually, grow into direct client communication; Ultimately will become comfortable to check in with accounts periodically, helping manage a large sales territory down the line
- Reach out to the sales team for updates and order tracking
- Product Knowledge (PK) & Presentations
- Assist with pulling orders from the RLM system to create tailored PK presentations
- Format PK decks in PowerPoint (copy/paste from provided PDFs)
- Market & Customer-Facing Opportunities
- Potential to participate in markets in New York (occasional travel to Chicago or Dallas may be required)
- Assist with client appointments, note-taking, and check-ins at meetings
- Join visits to retailers for hands-on experience
- Provide Administrative Support/ Assist during appointments
- Provide a visible and positive team presence
- Handle order entry
- Mail / FedEx packages
- Run the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
- Maintain up-to-date order information/ Update information through ATS
- Down the line, assist with Market Setup; Steaming, hanging, and boxing merchandise
Required Qualifications:- Experience/ interest: Sales Assistant experience preferred, but internship or related experience in sales, operations, or administrative support is also acceptable
- Background in wholesale fashion, jewelry or consumer goods highly preferred, interest in/ past retail experience at minimum
- Comfort in a client-facing role or interest in transitioning into sales long-term ideal for the right permanent candidate
- Someone positive, bright and quick on their feet
- Go-getter attitude, eager to learn and help; Positive and enthusiastic
- Quick learner and we will show you the ropes, and you’re welcome to ask *any* questions needed, but once they’re answered, be resourceful and go back to your toolbox before asking again
- Beginner/Intermediate proficiency in Excel (v-lookups and pivot tables required)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Comfortable with computers and data entry
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
The Solomon Page DistinctionSolomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.
About Solomon PageFounded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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