Business Development/Logistics/Customer Service
1 month ago
Gowanus, Brooklyn
Description: Architectural Grille, a Division of Giumenta Corporation, located at 42 Second Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11215 is a family-owned and operated manufacturing company that has been in business since 1945. We are currently seeking to add a Business Development/Logistics/Customer Service member to our growing team. Architectural Grille presents at several trade shows in the United States. We are seeking an additional team member to join us who can assist with logistical coordination and representation of our product. Additional projects will be provided when not working on trade show projects. This role required heavy client, staff, and outside vendor interaction.
Please note this is an ON-SITE position: Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM
Salary: $70,000
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Assist in the logistics of trade shows, including travel booking, marketing materials to be sent before the show, shipping coordination, booth booking, load in / load out, contracts, and general logistics.
· Trade shows would require travel 5 to 10 times a year. This may increase if more trade shows are added.
Coordinate meetings for trade shows or events where requested.
Follow-up of attendees from the trade show
Create campaigns in Salesforce as needed (training will be provided)
Manage our sample fulfillment database (Material Bank) to ensure all sample requests are fulfilled and followed up on. (training on this application will be provided).
Book Architect/ Designer presentations
· Quote follow-up via email and phone calls to discuss the status of the projects.
Visit local clientele when applicable.
· Assisting with take-offs when needed.
Track and document activity in Salesforce.
· Working on special projects may include marketing and our website.
Additional duties as needed
Able to think one step ahead and is proactive.
Detail orientated
· Communicate with clients and represent the brand to elevate the customer experience.
· Ability to work on projects alone and with a team.
· Ask questions when something is unknown.
· Ability to problem solve and think outside the box.
Qualifications/Requirements:
A minimum of 2 – 3 years of experience
Experience working and coordinating logistics for trade shows
Detail orientated and organized.
Computer experience
MS Outlook and Excel
Blueprint reading is a plus but not required.
Salesforce experience is a plus but not required.
Sheet metal knowledge/experience is a plus but not required.
Neat and organized
Ability to work in a team atmosphere.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely to achieve the intended objective.
Working Conditions:
Clean Environment
Eyes may be strained during the day.
Americans with Disabilities Specifications: The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Introductory Period: 90 Days
After Thirty Days:
· Health Care
· Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO):
· Beginning 1/1 after completion of six months: 10 PTO’s
· Beginning 1/1 after completion of two years: 12 PTO’s
· Beginning 1/1 after completion of three years: 13 PTO’s
· Beginning 1/1 after completion of four years: 14 PTO’s
· Beginning 1/1 after completion of five years: 15 PTO’s
· Beginning 1/1 after completion of six thru nine years: 20 PTO’s
· Beginning 1/1 after completion of 10 years plus: 25 PTO’s
After One Year:
· Ability to contribute to the company 401(k) plan.
· Safe Harbor Plan 3% of your salary
· Profit Sharing Plan
Other Opportunities:
· Year-end performance bonus (if warranted)
· Annual increase (if warranted)
· Transit Check
· Voluntary Benefits from Extensis (Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Short Term Disability, Beyond Perks, Term Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Long Term Disability, Credit Union, Group Home/ Auto Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Benefit Plan, Section 529 College Savings, Prepaid Legal Services and Aflac)
