Sales Assistant

divh2Sales Assistant/h2pThe Sales Assistant supports the sales function by partnering with branch, sales and marketing leadership and the Account Executives. This role oversees internal processes associated with account management and campaign activation./ppstrongJob Responsibilities:/strong/pulliSupport Account Executives with CRM, Salesforce administration, account set up, hold management, and report preparation./liliAssist in proposal creation, RFP generation, editing, and output utilizing Proposal+ software and other internal systems./liliAssist marketing and sales leadership with research and reporting for Account Executive client prospecting and cold calling./liliPrepare campaign documents including but not limited to space and production contracts, posting instructions for both printed and digital creative assignments, commission coversheets, billing action forms, etc./liliReview and resolve billing and accounts payable issues in collaboration with the finance team./liliGenerate and distribute sales, renewal, and ad hoc reports./liliAssist the sales team with internal requests from other departments, expense reports, and other administrative tasks./liliField inbound sales calls and provide sales leadership with call back information./liliCoordinate, back up, and liaise with other branch and corporate departments, e.g., Real Estate, Marketing, Human Resources, Technology, Operations, Ad Operations, and Finance./liliSupport sales leadership with contests, team communications, and presentation materials./liliManage general office administration e.g., answer phones, order supplies, shipping, maintain files, update bulletin boards, etc./liliOther duties as assigned./li/ulpstrongJob Qualifications:/strong/ppstrongEducation and Certifications:/strong/pulliBachelors degree or equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or military experience./li/ulpstrongWork Experience:/strong/pulliMinimum two years supporting a sales function or related work experience./lili2-3 years of experience supporting sales preferred./li/ulpstrongSkills:/strong/pulliCompetent in Microsoft software applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)./liliWilling to learn internal programs and systems to the level of fluency./li/ulpstrongCompetencies:/strong/pullistrongAchievement Orientation:/strong Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organizations standards./lilistrongAdaptability:/strong Adapts in order to work effectively in ambiguous or changing situations, and with diverse individuals and groups./lilistrongAttention to Detail:/strong Working in a conscientious, consistent, and thorough manner./lilistrongCollaborating with Others:/strong Working together with others in a cooperative and supportive manner to achieve shared goals./lilistrongFostering Communication:/strong Listens and communicates openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus./lilistrongPlanning and Organizing:/strong Reaches goals that are central to organizational success by making and following plans and allocating resources effectively./li/ulpstrongPhysical Demands:/strong/pulliEmployee must have the ability to sit and/or stand at a desk for a minimum of 8 hours a day and complete tasks requiring repetitive use of hands./liliEmployee must have the ability to see written documents, computer screens, and to adjust focus./liliThis job is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment./li/ulpThe targeted salary range for this Maryland/DC position is $40,000 to $42,000 annually. Bonus Eligible./ppComprehensive Benefits package offerings, which includes:/pulliMultiple Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to choose from/liliHealth Care Spending Accounts (HSA and FSA Options)/liliMedicare Assistance/liliDependent Care Flexible Spending Account/liliOptional Short Term and Long Term Disability Plans/liliCompany Paid Employee Life and ADD Insurance/liliSupplemental Life and ADD Insurance/liliVoluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Accident, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Assistance, and Pet Insurance/liliPre-Tax Commuter Spending Account/liliEmployee Assistance Program (EAP), including access to the Calm app/lili401(k) Savings Plan with company match/liliPaid Time Off (Accrued Vacation and Sick Plans)/liliDiscounted Gym Memberships/liliProfessional Development Opportunities/liliEmployee Resource Groups/li/ulpUltimate compensation will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, skills, scope and responsibility of the position, as well as pursuant to salary market benchmarks. This salary range is a good-faith estimate of the salary for this position./ppAs an equal opportunity workplace, we believe that being your authentic self enables us to deliver innovative advertising solutions while enhancing our communities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where we celebrate you as you are, and value your growth and passion./ppLocation: Laurel, MD: 9590 Lynn Buff Court, Suite 5, 20723/ppPosition Type: Regular/ppThe Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Our organization participates in E-Verify. Click here to learn about E-Verify./p/div