Customer Service Associate
Overview
INTERNAL SALES COORDINATOR
The Internal Sales Coordinator (ISC) role is responsible for growing the sales revenue of the Limbs & Things portfolio through executing targeted sales campaigns to key customers. Working closely with two field based Regional Account Managers (RAMs), the ISC will work together with each RAM to maximise the sales potential for their region, sharing successes and working towards shared sales goals.
Working from marketing plans directed by the National Sales Manager (NSM), the ISC will build accurate customer target lists, follow up digital marketing emails, and book in person meetings with customers for the (RAMs) to attend as part of their journey plan.
The ISC will work closely with the RAMs to maintain customer relationships, follow up open opportunities and where required support with remote product demonstrations via video link directly to customers.
The ISC will also support the wider business functions through sales report creation, maintaining and updating CRM data, and where necessary travel to attending trade shows and customer meetings.
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
Be responsible for supporting each RAM achieve the sales budgets for their geographical regions.Run quarterly sales campaigns within their geographical territories. Compile potential customer lists, follow up marketing emails, engage customers via telephone / email, book in person product demonstrations, assist RAM with any follow up required.Foster a positive and proactive relationship with each of their partner RAM to maximise sales activity and performance within their shared territoryUncover new potential customers through research, social media, cold calling.
- Engage customers in conversations conducive to selling appropriate products, suggesting new ideas or solutions and up selling when possible. Take a direct approach using the telephone as the primary tool.
- Passing relevant inquiries to RAMs such as product demo requests, new business opportunities.
- Conduct video product demonstrations for customers unable to receive an in-person call as required.
- Providing excellent customer service by creating positive interaction with customers.
- Where required follow up on open quoted business and maintain a working opportunity pipeline with the RAM in each geographical territory.
- Responsible for ensuring that knowledge of L&T and competitors’ products is up to date.
- Have a good working knowledge of customers, potential markets and the simulation industry.
- Follow up on all inquiries from prospecting, telephone, website, trade shows, quotes, etc. in a timely manner.
- Building and maintaining sales reports as required.
- Maintaining the Salesforce CRM system with clean data.
- Building relationships with US customers.
- Occasional travel will be required to certain Exhibitions, Conferences and Sales Calls.
- Coordinating with the demo and logistics team for video / virtual demonstrations directed to customers.
- Communicating with logistics to create unaccompanied demos and getting form signed off from end users.
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Associate or bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in Business Administration or a related field.Excellent communication skills including strong numeracy and written skills.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Knowledge of general business computer software MS Office and aptitude to learn ERP and CRM software applications, previous experience is a plus (Salesforce knowledge preferred but not essential).
- Exceptional organizational skills and time management.
- Professional written and verbal tone of voice.
- Relationship building skills for use with vendors, suppliers, and customers.
- Able to work on own initiative, keen to explore new ideas in the improvements of the department.
- Ability to deal with different problems simultaneously and committed to working to achieve requirements or meet deadlines.
DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Sales / Customer service experience preferred but not essential.
- Medical experience or knowledge of medical terminology preferred but not essential.
- Previous work experience preferable but not essential as a graduate entry level role.
THE PACKAGE – WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?
We offer a competitive salary and a performance-related bonus based on national quarterly sales.
National Holidays and PTOHealth Insurance (with full employer paid option)Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA and a Variety of Supplemental Insurance Options401(k) Plan + Company MatchGroup Life InsuranceCompany sponsored Wellness App
Other benefits include a culture of learning & connection and the opportunity to play a key role in a growing company!
If this sounds like an exciting opportunity and you feel you have got what it takes, please send your CV with a covering letter telling us why you consider yourself suitable for the role.