Executive Administrative Assistant
Cleveland, OH
Full Time
Experienced
Job Title: Executive Administrative Assistant - Outside Sales Support
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us: Merit Brass is a family-owned and operated business, founded in 1937, and headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. As the nation's leading pipe nipple manufacturer and master distributor of flow control piping connections, we are committed to innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service. We help wholesalers in the PVF industry streamline their business and build communities through our high-quality products and engineered solutions.
Job Description: Merit Brass is seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Administrative Assistant to support our sales leadership team. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our sales department and enhancing the effectiveness of our sales efforts. The ideal candidate will be a master of multitasking, with excellent communication skills and a keen eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities:
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us: Merit Brass is a family-owned and operated business, founded in 1937, and headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. As the nation's leading pipe nipple manufacturer and master distributor of flow control piping connections, we are committed to innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service. We help wholesalers in the PVF industry streamline their business and build communities through our high-quality products and engineered solutions.
Job Description: Merit Brass is seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Administrative Assistant to support our sales leadership team. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our sales department and enhancing the effectiveness of our sales efforts. The ideal candidate will be a master of multitasking, with excellent communication skills and a keen eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administrative Support: Provide administrative support primarily to the sales leadership team.
- Calendar Management: Manage multiple calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings.
- Document Preparation: Prepare and process sales documents, proposals, and contracts.
- Database Management: Maintain and update customer databases and sales records.
- Sales Presentations: Assist in the preparation of sales presentations and reports.
- Customer Service: Handle customer inquiries and provide excellent customer service.
- Event Coordination: Coordinate and manage logistics for sales events and meetings, including domestic and international.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor and track sales performance metrics.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless communication and support for the sales team.
- General Office Duties: Perform general office duties, such as filing, scanning, and data entry.
- Reporting: Report directly to the VP of Sales.
- High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
- Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a similar role.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with CRM software and sales processes is a plus.
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, FSA medical and DCA account, 401K with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Friendly and supportive work environment
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