Now Hiring - Hardman Signs - Professional Services Jr Account Manager in Houston, TX

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About Us We are a national architectural signage company known for high-quality products and professional project delivery from design to installation. We're hiring a detail-oriented, organized, and dependable individual to support our Account Managers in the day-to-day administration of signage projects across commercial, healthcare, and multi-family sectors. Job Summary: Provides general administrative and operational support to Sales Account Managers throughout the bidding, production and installation process to ensure all assigned projects are completed within company quality standards, on time, and in budget. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Support Sales team with all aspects of the sales process and management of multiple projects from initiation, through design, fabrication, installation and project closeout * Process Request for Proposal (RFP) and quotes to determine the client's expectations and deadlines along with the assigned sales team * Prep proposal documents and attachments, including cover pages, form letters, references, project profiles, etc. to create a professional bid packet to be submitted * Submit design requests, revision requests and follow up with Project Manager and Designers to ensure accurate interpretations * Assist Account Manager with project closeout, gathering necessary documents for approval before submitting project for billing * Accurately track and record project status from takeoff to close out * Provide regular updates, respond to inquiries, and address any client concerns in a timely manner * Create and maintain install location plans * Maintain daily communication within company departments * Assist Account Manager and Permitting Department in the jurisdictional permitting processes, i.e. conflict resolution and permit status tracking * Other duties as assigned by Account Manager and Director of Sales The requirements listed below are qualifications necessary to perform the job. Education and Experience * _Required:_* Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, Business or related field in lieu of experience OR High school diploma/GED equivalent from an accredited institution and four (4) years related sales experience * _Preferred but not required:_* Sign or construction industry experience Knowledge, Skills or Abilities * Strong sense of urgency and ability to adapt to a fast-paced dynamic environment * Capacity to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet sales targets within deadlines * Ability to pay close attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in sales proposals, contracts, and other documents. * Skill in listening attentively to customer needs and concerns and addressing them effectively. * Skill in communicating effectively with colleagues from various departments to ensure alignment in sales strategies and goals. * Possess professional written and oral communication skills * Skill in using MS Office applications and proficiency in PDF creation and manipulation software (PDF Xchange) Physical Requirements Listed below are key points regarding environmental and physical demands of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. * Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods most of workday; * Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers most of workday; * Rarely required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to 20 pounds; * Normal setting for this job is office with responsibility to travel for site walks up to 25% Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Cell phone reimbursement * Health insurance * Health savings account * Dental insurance * Vision insurance * Disability insurance * Life insurance * Team Building Events * Paid time off