Now Hiring - Real Estate Sales Development Specialist (SDS) in Richmond, VA

The Sales Development Specialist (SDS) provides administrative support to the sales team by facilitating the gathering, analysis, preparation, and necessary documentation to support the client deliverables within a designated timeframe. Communicates with sales and other internal staff and customers. Responds to inquiries, resolve problems, and obtain additional documentation needed to support the sales process.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with assembling bids, including help with specifications, discounting, pricing, teaming, and dealer agreements as well as pulling supplemental materials as needed in conjunction with the marketing team as needed.
• Assist with client proposals utilizing CORE system.
• Manage loose package proposals and day 2 business
• Work with manufacturers to address technical questions, verify discounts, verify lead times, identify any potential up-charges, estimate freight (if applicable)
• Work to obtain any special pricing from a manufacturer including final documentation to support any discounts in excess of standard.
• Assist in coordinating samples, demos, and presentations as needed for the client
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Accountability and dependability
• Adaptability, positive attitude, professionalism, and flexibility
• Ability to build relationships
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work independently
• Strong attention to detail.
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to process computer data and to format and generate reports.
• Proficient in office computer software use (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• CAP and or 20/20 proficiency preferred
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Must possess excellent time management skills; must be able to handle multiple projects with deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills are required.
• Knowledge of the government/commercial selling processes preferred

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree with 3-5 years of experience in sales support preferably in interior design, construction/or furniture industry; specifically around customer service, solution development, and opportunity coordination, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.