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Custom apparel and medal manufacturer seeks an Account Manager with sales mentality.
We have great customers! We work with race directors in the running and marathon endurance niche, corporate sponsors, and non-profits who put on events.
We’re looking for a dedicated Account Manager who enjoys working with customers, has strong computer skills, and is organized, pro-active and thorough. Our inside sales require a lot of communication and acct mgmt. with our customers. Someone with experience in either: apparel manufacturing, the ASI industry, sports apparel sales, or general acct. mgmt. with a strong desire to learn, will do well here.
You will work with our sales team, creating custom apparel, medals and accessory products for endurance events across the country. Each order is customized for an event so can bring unique, individual needs to the work you do. It begins with the client relationship where you turn ideas into detailed work orders for other departments who develop & produce the final custom product. Accuracy, timeliness and team work are key components for success.
Responsibilities:
Correspondence with customers, handled with speed & professionalism
Write sales orders in Excel. Prepare return authorizations, order summaries & more
Prepare product sample sends for customers
Coordinate art direction with our in-house graphics department
Provide accurate product details to our factory liaisons
Communicate order information to accounting & warehouse
Understand current products and services available for customers
Documentation of customer information, product quotes & timelines, & meeting notes
Participate in marketing and sponsorship projects as needed
Sample room organization
Research nationwide events for potential new customers
In addition you may:
Travel to industry trade shows
Qualifications & Skills:
5 years of experience working with customers
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook and adaptable to learn new software
Good sense of organization and keen attention to detail
Accuracy with numbers
Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task in a fast paced work environment
Ability to learn and retain product and customer information
Ability to problem solve and willing to ask questions
Ability to cooperate with and support other members of the sales team
Comfortable working independently and making minor decisions without direct supervision
This is an IN-OFFICE, FT position in Portland, OR. Occasional evening or weekend time may occur to meet a tight deadline. If you enjoy working with people, are hard-working and looking to be rewarded with health insurance, vacation, parking and more, please email us your resume and cover letter explaining your related experience & salary requirement, and any letters of recommendation. Starting salary commensurate with applicable experience.
