Now Hiring - International Sports Management, Inc. - Sales Administrative Assistant in Portland, OR

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Happy start of 2026! We are looking to fill a support role for our Sales Division (you will do zero selling),*_including some Salesforce CRM admin usage_. *Please read the entire ad before applying! Note - this is an IN-OFFICE position - you should be IN the Portland, OR area , as the position is full-time in office and in-person interviews are required. Company Overview International Sports Management (ISM) is a dynamic global sports marketing and management firm with over 28 years of experience. We specialize in both creating and selling customized Executive Hosting opportunities in conjunction with major sporting events sales for a diverse range of clients and industries worldwide. Overview We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Sales Administrative Assistant to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support our sales operations, coordinate client communications, and ensure the smooth functioning of our office environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and possess excellent organizational skills, along with Salesforce usage from a back-end (admin) perspective, please keep reading! The successful candidate will be outgoing, solution-minded, and tech- savvy, with Salesforce (admin/ backend) experience. You'll be joining us in our beautiful new Downtown Portland Office on the waterfront. *Early career women & men encouraged to apply (1 - 3 years experience). *You will be working with our technology platforms to improve tools and work behind the scenes (no selling) to assist our sales division, manage our database and help administer our Salesforce CRM. A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and PC's is mandatory, esp. Excel. Same for Salesforce experience on the back- end / admin level. If you love operational functions, have a penchant for problem solving, enjoy transforming ideas into action, and want true promotion opportunities then keep reading - this could be the perfect fit! Please be in (or able to be in) PORTLAND now and available for interview in-office! Responsibilities Will Include: * Working directly with the EVP and sales staff * Manage and update company databases for clients and prospects * Use of Salesforce CRM in an administrative role (setting security profiles, transferring accounts and contacts, dealing with issues as they arise via Salesforce support) * Handle integrations with 3rd party apps such as Event Farm, Zoom Phone, and Zoominfo * Provide prompt resolutions to basic technical challenges as they arise w/ phones, wifi, etc. by utilizing our support network * Maintaining a varied schedule with differing projects * Keeping accurate records of all incoming and outgoing documents * Clerical duties such as filing, copying, scanning, etc. * Occasional/ optional travel to sports events to assist in person Candidates Should: * Take initiative and be solution minded * Be positive and energetic * Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills * Possess strong PC computer skills * Have some CRM experience, Salesforce (backend/ admin) preferred * Be experienced with MS Office Suite, especially Excel formulas and functions * Be able to dependably work a daily schedule Monday- Friday * Be professional in appearance and character * Have a college degree, or equivalent experience To be considered, please submit a current resume including education (college level and above), full work history including date range, and be currently located in *Portland, OR, & available for full-time employment *as in-person interviews are being scheduled in office and the successful candidate will begin comprehensive training soon!! Benefits include: Salary range $50K-$60K. Paid Parking or Public Transportation Stipend available, Healthcare, Dental, 401K, (4) Weeks of Vacation Time + Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Full Gym, Bike Room, and Locker Room facilities on site. Check our our website - [please apply online] , and our socials! International Sports Management is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome qualified applicants, regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy status, veteran status, or any other differences. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off Application Question(s): * This position is in our Portland, OR office. Are you located in Portland? * The position will begin as soon as we find our ideal candidate. Please indicate your earliest available date to begin full-time, in-office. * Please indicate CRM usage experience, detailing which platform, and if you've used it from an administrative perspective (back-end). Work Location: In person