Now Hiring - Advantus Corp - Sales Support Specialist in Jacksonville, FL

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Under the supervision of the Sales Operations Manager, the Sales Support Specialist is responsible for providing sales and administrative support. Sales Support responsibilities: * Enter and maintain product information within the customer portal/sites as well as internal systems. * Handle all administrative duties to support the Sales team, including sales presentations, shipping product samples, and various reporting. Pricing Management responsibilities * Enter, maintain, and validate all product and customer pricing files. * Work closely with the Sales team, ensuring the implementation of product price changes. * Validate sales order pricing. Marketing Support responsibilities: * Craft and maintain product content. * Initiate requests, including sales sheets, photography, and various sales collaterals from the internal Graphics team. * Assist in proofing all marketing materials, including packaging, catalogs, etc. * Audit internal and external website content for accuracy and consistency. Tradeshow/Event Support responsibilities: * Work closely with the Marketing Management team to meet all event deadlines and needs. * Coordinate and implement all booth logistics, including booth services, maintenance, shipping of booth, and arranging travel and accommodations of staff, and other applicable duties as required. * Attend, assist, or arrange logistics for booth set up and dismantling, act as on-site point of contact for the event, and interface with show attendees. Requirements * Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience in Sales or Marketing Support role * Proficient with Microsoft Office software applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint * Strong and consistent attention to detail * Deadline oriented with strong organization skills. * Excels in time management, multi-tasking, and balancing multiple projects at one time in a fast-paced environment. * Flexibility and capability to take on special assignments/projects as directed by supervisor. * Some travel required. * Ability to lift 25+ lbs. EOE Job Type: Full-time Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Paid training * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Compensation Package: * Bonus opportunities Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Application Question(s): * What is your desired pay rate? Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: * Sales & Marketing: 2 years (Required) * Retail or Consumer Goods Distribution: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute: * Jacksonville, FL 32223 (Required) Work Location: In person