Sales Support Manager

Sales Support Manager Location: Sterling, VA (Onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Pay Rate: Up to $65,000 per year About the Organization Our client is a global leader in food manufacturing and innovation, serving customers across retail, foodservice, hospitality, and commercial markets. With domestic and international operations, the organization is known for its commitment to quality, operational excellence, and customer‑focused solutions. Employees enjoy a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth. Position Overview We are seeking a Sales Support Manager to lead the sales support function and optimize day‑to‑day sales operations. This role is responsible for managing a team, overseeing pricing administration, customer data management, reporting, and collaborating with cross‑functional departments to ensure efficient sales processes and exceptional customer service. Key Responsibilities Sales Operations & Process Management Manage pricing setup, maintenance, and contract administration processes. Maintain customer pricing structures, classifications, and sales‑related data within CRM and ERP systems. Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce operational risks. Monitor market and competitor activity to support pricing and product positioning strategies. Reporting & Analytics Prepare sales reports, forecasts, budgets, and performance metrics. Analyze sales data and generate actionable insights to improve business performance. Create ad hoc reports and dashboards to support management decision‑making. Consolidate data from multiple systems for reporting and analysis. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Partner with Sales, Finance, Operations, Logistics, Planning, Quality Assurance, Human Resources, and Product Development teams. Coordinate cross‑functional initiatives that improve customer satisfaction and operational performance. Resolve operational issues impacting sales support activities. Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop a Sales Support team. Manage workloads, schedules, and team priorities. Establish performance goals and conduct regular performance evaluations. Train employees on company policies, SOPs, and best practices. Promote a collaborative, customer‑focused work environment. Communication Support multiple sales teams by coordinating sales support activities. Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders and customers. Participate in sales meetings and provide operational updates to leadership. Required Qualifications Experience: 3–5 years of experience in Sales Support, Sales Operations, or a related role. Experience: 1–2 years of leadership or supervisory experience managing a sales support team. Experience: Supporting multiple sales channels and customer‑facing teams. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field. Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel. Technical Skills: Experience with CRM and ERP systems. Technical Skills: Strong reporting, forecasting, and business analysis capabilities. Core Competencies: Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Core Competencies: Strong organizational and time‑management abilities. Core Competencies: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Core Competencies: Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Core Competencies: Strong customer service and relationship‑building skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience in food manufacturing, foodservice, consumer products, or a related industry. Knowledge of pricing management and sales operations best practices. Experience supporting large customer accounts and complex sales organizations. Benefits Competitive compensation package. Comprehensive benefits. Opportunity to lead and enhance a growing sales support function. Exposure to cross‑functional leadership and strategic business initiatives. Collaborative work environment with strong career growth opportunities. Company Overview GCG is one of the world’s leading providers of business transformation solutions related to supply chain and technology solutions for order fulfillment and marketing execution. We are committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply. We are an EEOC Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Advatix Inc.