Sales and Marketing Assistant

Position/ Job Title: Inside Sales Assistant and Marketing Analyst Department: Marketing Location: Paramount, CA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly Shift: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm or Agreed Upon 8-Hour Shift Immediate Supervisor: Marketing Manager Positions Supervised: N/A

JOB SUMMARY

This position combines multiple inside sales and marketing responsibilities performed by one person in the company’s Marketing department. These responsibilities mainly include: Analyze data from multiple sources and prepare reports for executive management and sales. Provide actionable insights to management to help determine strategies and improve sales and marketing tactics. Assist with and maintain e-commerce platforms while working with an agency to ensure company profitability, growth, and other strategic objectives. Assist the Marketing Manager in supporting sales and marketing initiatives as needed. In addition to the above primary responsibilities, this position will support the Sales and Marketing Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist with the preparation of sales and executive presentations to help determine priorities in data analysis and reporting that support these departments. Identify better ways to gain insights into opportunities and communicate those opportunities to management so they can be capitalized on. Assist the Marketing Manager in executing marketing plans, campaigns, and promotional initiatives. Understand current e-commerce sales procedures through Amazon Seller Central, Walmart Seller Center, and other online marketplace activities. Work to grow and improve the system. Understand grocery distributor and retailer trade promotions. Work with the Sales Operations Coordinator to provide insights that support more effective promotions. Provide administrative support to Sales and Marketing teams. Assist with reception, customer inquiries, and special projects as needed. Exhibit a positive attitude toward work and fellow employees, helping to fulfill the company’s mission of being a great place to work. Perform general customer service and front desk functions including handling customer inquiries and guiding visitors when necessary.

OTHER DUTIES

Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification: A high school diploma or GED equivalent is the minimum requirement. A college degree in a relevant field is preferred. Required Knowledge and Skills: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Proficiency in MS Office Suite. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience is also preferred. Ability to quickly learn new software platforms and portals to cultivate and analyze data. Knowledge of and experience with consumer databases such as NielsenIQ, SPINS, or Circana is highly preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail, ability to avoid and correct errors, and ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to work as part of a team and possess the potential to be a team leader. Manages time to efficiently get the most work done during an 8-hour shift. Ability to adapt to change. Experience Required: Entry-level candidates are acceptable if the above requirements are met. Internship, sales, or administrative office experience is preferred. Experience with or knowledge of grocery, specialty, natural, or Asian ethnic food is highly preferred.