About this vacancy
On behalf of our client Pero Corporation, we are looking for an experienced Sales Support & Office Manager for their Windsor, CT Office. This key position will provide high level sales and administrative support to our customers, vendors, the Pero Corp Team and the German based parent company.
About the Company
PERO AG, German parent company of PERO CORPORATION, develops and produces innovative systems for the advanced cleaning of industrial workpieces made from metal, plastic, glass, ceramic and combined materials. For more than 70 years PERO delivers complete systems and support units for cleaning and degreasing with aqueous solutions and solvents. The name PERO stands for experience and know-how, high technical standards, as well as comprehensive service and consultation.
With our small US team, we look back at more than 20 years of experience in sales and service of high quality industrial cleaning equipment on the US market.
Job Description
Manage day-to-day office tasks and support the Sales and services team in-house by carrying-out the following responsibilities with professionalism, confidentiality, and courtesy:
Responsibilities
- Serve as point of contact for sales projects and their control and follow-up, handle customer database, record leads and project follow up in our CRM.
- Prepare reports and other complex documents using Word and Excel
- Handle sale of spare parts, control of stock level, and the availability of parts.
- Manage and perform all administrative tasks for the office, including preparation for accounting, ordering supplies, write invoices, reconcile bills/invoices and cooperate with our CPA.
- Preparation of the payroll, travel expenses, etc.
- Support for local marketing efforts, e.g. mailings by post or email, telephone acquisition.
- Proofread department written communications such as offers and letters; handle confidential documents, research and/or compile information for reports.
- Maintain and promote positive and professional working relationships with customers and management.
- Plan, schedule and coordinate all company events and meetings, manage calendar; assist with travel arrangements.
- Screen incoming phone calls and correspondence and respond independently as required.
- This role will have commercial responsibility and work closely with the local general manager. In addition, they will act as the central point of contact with Pero AG in Germany
Candidate Profile:
- Associate Degree or a combination of equivalent related experience and education.
- Minimum three years’ experience in an administrative capacity and supporting a senior executive.
- Excellent verbal communication and organizational skills.
- Exceptional written communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information.
- Strong PC skills: Word, Excel.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with a strong team-orientation.
- Strong organizational as well as project management skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively prioritize assignments, structure and document workflows, manage time, work independently and problem solve.
- Basic knowledge of Quickbooks is a plus.
- German language skills are a plus, but not mandatory.
What we offer:
Medical insurance (health, vision, dental)
Paid Time Off, including vacation, personal, and sick time
Retirement plan, Simple IRA
Pero's ability to exceed depends on the integrity, skills and knowledge of our employees. We offer the latest technology and a stimulating work environment.
