Sales Support Admin

Performance Food Group • Newark, OH

73d • $24

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Sales Support professional to join our team. Sales Support will play a crucial role in supporting our sales team by handling various administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations and excellent customer service. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment and contribute to the success of our sales department.

Requirements

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with accuracy.
• A strong communicator, both written and verbal who builds positive relationships with internal teams and customers.
• Tech-savvy, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, reporting dashboards) and overall Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Customer-focused, providing professional and timely responses while maintaining a friendly, solution-oriented approach.
• Analytically minded, enjoys working with data to support reporting, tracking, and decision-making.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and is proactive about supporting sales and operations goals.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and frequent collaboration across departments.
• Takes initiative to identify process improvements and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Associate degree in relevant field of study, or equivalent work experience
• 6 months to 1 year administration experience is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Intermediate to advance proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing or related field preferred.
• Previous experience supporting a sales team is highly preferred.
• Experience with foodservice, wholesale, retail or convenience is highly desired.
• Experience with Sales Force or similar CRM software

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of sales proposals, contracts, and presentations.
• Handle customer inquiries and provide timely and professional responses via email, phone, or in-person.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as marketing, finance, and operations to ensure seamless communication and coordination.
• Assist in the coordination of sales events, trade shows, and promotional activities.
• Obtain and enter purchase orders within a timely manner.
• Assist sales team with follow-up including order confirmations and bookings.
• Maintain and update customer profiles in system.
• Monitor remaining contract balances upon order entry.
• Follow all policies and procedures on safety, cleanliness and BRC/FDA.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees