Now Hiring - Simply Southern - Sales and Trade Show Coordinator in Greensboro, NC

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Simply Southern is a nationally recognized apparel brand that celebrates the preppy American lifestyle. Founded in Greensboro, NC in 2005, Simply Southern has been creating vibrant, catchy t-shirts and clothing for two decades. Simply Southern began as a small apparel kiosk in a mall in 2005. Today, Simply Southern is sold by over 6,000 independent retailers and has 33 of our own retail stores throughout 16 states. Between our corporate office, production facility, and retail locations, Simply Southern employs over 400 people. Simply Southern is passionate about helping the less fortunate and using our success for good. Simply Southern donates to a variety of organizations but are best known for our efforts to help sea turtle conservation and ChildFund International. To date, Simply Southern has donated over $6 million in cash and merchandise We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Sales and Trade Show Coordinator to support our sales team and lead the planning, coordination, and execution of trade shows and events. This role is ideal for someone with a keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Sales Coordination: * Support the sales team with administrative tasks such as CRM management, sales reporting, and customer follow-ups. * Prepare sales materials, presentations, proposals, and contracts in collaboration with the sales team. * Maintain accurate records of sales activities, client communications, and pipeline tracking. * Coordinate with other departments as needed. * Serve as a point of contact for client inquiries and support. Trade Show Management: * Plan and execute all aspects of trade shows and industry events, including booth logistics, vendor coordination, budgeting, and travel arrangements. * Coordinate pre-show meetings and post-show follow-ups with the sales team. * Manage registration, shipping of materials, and booth setup/takedown. * Liaise with event organizers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure brand consistency and event success. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field (preferred but not required). * 2-5 years of experience in sales support, marketing coordination, or event/trade show management. * Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and event/project management tools. * Extensive travel is required. Preferred Skills: * Experience working in B2B sales or a trade show-heavy industry. * Knowledge of event marketing and lead-generation best practices. * Creative problem-solving and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines. Salary or Hourly range: $70,000 - $80,000 a year $29 - $38 an hour