Sales Administrator/Marketing Specialist

About Silver Creek Materials, Inc.Silver Creek Materials is a mining and composting operation in west Fort Worth, Texas. We are very proud to serve Fort Worth, and the surrounding areas. Discover the competitive prices, fast, professional services, and high-quality products that have made us a recycling, compost, mining, and organic products industry leader.Job Title: Sales Administrative AssistantLocation: 2251 Silver Creek Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76108FLSA Classification: ExemptPosition Type and Schedule: Full-TimeSchedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am- 5:00pmOccasional times for special events or conferences as neededPay Range: $60,000 annuallyAbout the roleThe Sales Assistant is expected to work closely with the Sales Rep to learn about our processes, products & product usage, customers, and systems. This individual will be a "self-starter" who takes the initiative and prioritizes tasks to ensure an efficient sales process. Additionally, the sales assistant is expected to keep a record of customer interactions, special pricing offered to different customers and utilize all available resources. This position reports to the Sales Reps.What you'll doAssist Customers With: Identifying and Calling Potential CustomersProduct Usage, Availability & PricingSubmit Credit Applications & Follow UpRecommendation of Products Based on Project TypeOther Communication, as NeededAssist Sales Rep With: Identifying and Calling Potential CustomersUtilize Various Lead Generating Tools (Internet, Business Directories, etc.)Prepare Communications, Such as Quotes, Welcome Letters, Emails, Sales Orders, Reports & Other CorrespondenceCreate Documents & Deliver, or Mail, Soil Samples to Various Test FacilitiesAssist with the marketing team with Social media postings and Website updates. Assist with Designing & Creating Marketing LiteratureProvide Customers with Product Literature, Product Samples, Promotional Items, etc.Consult with customers to resolve problems & provide ongoing support.Monitor Market Trends for Pricing, Products, Services or Product InnovationsAttend Various Trade Shows or Sales Meetings with Sales RepAssist Sales Rep with Participation in Various Professional Organizations, Trade Shows, or ConferencesProvide Support to Retail OfficeAssist with Organization of Printed or Electronic DocumentsSchedule Appointments & Maintain Calendar's as Needed by Sales Rep or Sales & Marketing UnitLearn to Use and Utilize all Systems & Tools available. i.e.: Microsoft Office Applications, Google Suite, SMS Turbo, QuickBooks, CounterPoint, Salesforce, Asana, MailChimp & FormstackOther Administrative Tasks, as NeededExpectations:The Sales Assistant is expected to work closely with the Sales Rep to learn about our processes, products & product usage, customers, and systems. This individual will be a "self-starter" who takes the initiative and prioritizes tasks to ensure an efficient sales process. Additionally, the sales assistant is expected to keep a record of customer interactions, special pricing offered to different customers and utilize all available resources. QualificationsHigh School diplomaBachelor's Degree or years of experience in lieu of degreeStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Pivot tables, Word & PowerPointStrong knowledge of Google Suite, especially Gmail, Salesforce.com, Google Sheets & Google DocsMust be able to work additional hours if requested outside of the traditional work schedule.Able to operate office machines - copier, postage machine.Must have good attendance & punctuality.Must be able to prioritize tasks and communicate to Sales Rep any conflicts or challenges.Must have good communication skills - written and verbal.Must have a good attitude and represent Silver Creek Materials in a professional manner.Must be a self-starter and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.Photoshop, Salesforce, Counterpoint, SMS Turbo, and QuickBooks knowledge would be a plus.