Contract Sales Assistant - Superior Equipment & Supply

Company Description

Superior provides profit-driven solutions, personalized services and first-rate foodservice equipment and supply products to help achieve an unrivaled guest experience. Built by over 40 years of experience, we offer innovative and cost saving ideas that bring your culinary vision to life. Superior Equipment participates in every aspect of the restaurant supply, hospitality, and beverage industries. From designing commercial kitchens to delivering barware supplies, from installing food service equipment to staging the perfect tabletop - with our full spectrum of services and products - we bring inspiration to the table.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Contract Sales Assistant located in St Francis, WI. The Contract Sales Assistant is an integral part of the Contract Division and will be responsible for customer satisfaction, customer service, communication, sales operations, and analytical skills. The Contract Sales Assistant will be responsible for ensuring customers receive quotes and proposals, processing of sales orders, coordinating and resolving issues related to shipments and inventory, ensuring quality and customer service levels are met, and providing reports to management. Contract assistant provides procurement support to the contract department and reconcile contract and financial data for use in leadership decision meetings.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical, communication and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Bachelors' degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Acquisition, Finance or related field.
• 3-5 years of highly relevant Government acquisition experience without a degree is also acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to research and procure competitive proposals from manufacturers that align with government agencies requirements
• Prepare proposals or bids and perform related contract administrative tasks, including the analysis of contract performance requirements, special provisions, and terms and conditions.
• The Contract Sales Assistant is also responsible for much of the logistics and customer service required for the Contract division
• Data Entry of company’s product in government procurement platforms (GSA eBuy/eLibrary etc.)
• Set up company’s data in General Contractor and Supplier Diversity portals
• Engage with general contractors, government contracting officials, prime contractors, subcontractors, and resellers using company’s marketing materials
• Perform a variety of acquisition related tasks

Competencies:

• Customer Mindset: Exceptional customer experience is primary focus while performing job duties. Quality is a top priority.
• Adaptability & Innovation: Proactively and willingly adapts to changing business needs and conditions and presents creative and fresh ideas on how to solve problems, gain efficiencies and improve quality.
• Relationship Building: Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of inclusion, cooperation and mutual respect.
• Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and strives to exceed requirements.
• Decision Making and Judgment: Makes timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints and risks.
• Talent Development (Self and Others): Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; making an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills associated with job responsibilities. Willingness to work with others and coach/teach in effort to develop and support other employees’ development.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm

Wages:

$26.00 an hour plus Benefits packet.

Benefits Package

At Superior, we care about our associates. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive suite of benefits that are designed to promote and support total well-being for you and your family. Associates working a minimum of 30 hours per week are eligible to enroll in our benefit programs. Coverage begins the first of the month following hire date for those that enroll in:

• Medical & Prescription Drug
• Dental
•  Vision
• 401(k) contributions can start as soon as six months of employment and include a company match.
• Profit Sharing
• Associate Discount

Superior is committed to offering a robust benefits package and exciting work culture that makes it a great place to work! Wont you come join us