Sales Assistant

Centric Brands Inc.•New York, NY

53d•$55,000 - $60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sales Assistant supports the execution of strategies set by the Vice President of Sales by performing general sales activities including follow-up and customer service, in order to maximize sales and margins, support and promote the brand(s), where appropriate, and maintain optimal relationships with customers.

Requirements

Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented and outgoing
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail oriented and meticulous
1-3 years related experience and/or training in wholesale apparel sales
Proficient in Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree preferred
Familiarity with SAP a plus

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain tracking sheets to monitor and analyze sales by style and by customer on a weekly basis; analyze customer purchase histories and current sales records to identify sales trends and suggest potential actions to account executives
Track and update regularly the status of POs, shipments, inventories and ATS; accept, input, track and follow-up on orders in the system
Coordinate preparation of showroom for market; track and manage current and past season samples; coordinate distribution of marketing, PR and licensor samples
Contribute to and create presentations and line sheets for market by classification, materials, colors and deliveries; keep updated and maintain archive; manage the showroom calendar
Assist with general duties including team expenses and supplies
Partner with internal customers and colleagues including Production, Operations, Imports, and Shipping to ensure timely delivery of goods
Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary