Job Description

Gellert Global Group consists of many of the leading North American food importing companies (Atalanta Corporation, Camerican International, Finica, Tipico Cheese Products) and has been importing food products for over 100 years. The combined revenues of GGG exceed $1.7 billion. GGG companies provide strength in sourcing, insurance, finance, logistics, food safety, and information technology, and supply the needs of retailers, distributors, food service chains, hotels, cruise lines, and food manufacturers alike.

GGG is seeking a Sales Coordinator/Account Specialist to manage administrative tasks, facilitate communication, and ensure smooth operations for the West Coast Retail Sales team. This role will help the team achieve sales goals and maintain strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate is a team player who can work independently, manage multiple tasks efficiently, and contribute to team success. This is a hybrid role based in Elizabeth, NJ.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing, operations, and product managers to ensure alignment and support for sales initiatives.
• Create customer contracts and set up new items in system. Maintain and update customer records and sales databases (CRM, Exceedra, Infor M3), ensuring all information is accurate and current.
• Compile and maintain sales and pricing reports, provide updates, and conduct ad hoc analysis
• Respond to inquiries related to products, credits, order status, invoicing, pricing, and inventory from customers and the sales team promptly, ensuring all questions are addressed efficiently.
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of marketing materials and sales presentations.
• Help organize, attend and coordinate food shows, trade events, sales meetings, and other promotional activities.
• Process sample requests, ensuring proper follow-up by tracking arrivals.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or communications or food related curriculum preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office; advanced Excel skills
• Prior similar internship experience is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze data and reports
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork
• Strong interest in food; passion for culinary trends and product knowledge
• Willingness to travel up to 25%
• INFOR M3 and Salesforce is a plus

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
• Wealth: Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role)
  • Team Building: Employee engagement and recognition programs, wellness, philanthropic and DE&I initiatives, Company-sponsored celebrations, and team-building events

The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. Gellert Global Group is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr@gellertglobalgroup.com .

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