sales assistant

*About Oppy*

*Grow our tomorrow.* Celebrating over 165 years in business, we are one of North America's top fresh produce sales and marketing companies. We bring over 100 varieties of produce from more than 20 different countries to the market. Recognized as one of Canada?s Best Managed Companies for the past 20 years and one of Canada?s (and BC?s) Top Employers, our business is managed by a team of dedicated professionals delivering exceptional service from over a dozen offices throughout North and South America. And, because a healthy planet is essential to our growers, customers, and all of us at Oppenheimer, sustainability plays a vital role in everything we do.

Recognized as a Top 100 Employer and Canada?s Best Managed Companies (for the last 20 years!), our diverse team of dedicated professionals collaborate and make connections across our locations throughout North and South America. We owe our success to our adaptability, innovative and entrepreneurial approach, our commitment to our people, and the incredible relationships we build. We are looking for talented people who love a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and career in a sector with abundant opportunity. Grow _*your*_ tomorrow with us, today.

*Overview*

The Sales Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting the department's activities and contributing to the overall success of the company. Provides key assistance in developing and executing sales strategies and presentations, managing orders and inventory, handling administrative processes, and delivering customer service excellence through professional and courteous communication with internal and external stakeholders. Actively identifies customer needs, proposes solutions, and collaborates with various departments to ensure the seamless coordination of sales processes, from shipping and pricing to accounting and marketing. Exercises independent judgment and discretion in handling significant aspects of the sales process, particularly those related to internal business operations, customer relationship management, and process improvements. Stays informed of industry trends, sales tools, and technologies and contributes to identifying sales opportunities while generating accurate reports for analysis. Upholds the company's core values, promotes a customer-focused and team-oriented culture, and seeks continuous professional growth by staying current on best practices in sales techniques and tools. During absences or as assigned, the Sales Assistant may also assume additional responsibilities related to key accounts, deals, or categories, exercising discretion and decision-making authority as needed.

The expected base salary range of this position is $50,000 - $60,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position based in our U.S. and Canada office locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by various factors including location, job-related skills, relevant experience, education, formal training, and internal equity.

*Accountabilities*

• Supports the sales department in planning and executing sales strategies, including developing presentations, managing order entry, and administering inventory processes; exercises discretion and independent judgment to ensure these activities align with the company?s strategic sales goals and business objectives.
• Oversees and ensures the completion of sales-related paperwork, such as order entries, invoicing, final pricing, customs/border documentation, and troubleshooting files, ensuring accuracy, legal compliance, and identifying opportunities to streamline workflows for improved process efficiency.
• Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders by answering inquiries, identifying customer needs, and proposing solutions; uses independent judgment to resolve co