Hammerton is a leading American designer/manufacturer of custom decorative lighting for the hospitality, commercial and residential markets. We are known as a major design innovator in our industry, and were rapidly growing. Our in-house blown and kiln-fired glass capabilities, combined with our expertise in metal fabrication and machining, make us uniquely capable of addressing the needs of the design industrys most discerning clients. Hammerton lighting can be found in leading five-star hotels and resorts, award-winning restaurants and many of the most beautiful homes in North America.

The Residential Junior Sales Associate works in conjunction with our territory managers, customers, and custom team to quote, manage, and close complex residential lighting deals. Ongoing responsibilities include: prospecting, customer service, quotation of custom and catalog products as well as forecasting, project management, and related administrative activities.

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities:

• Assist Residential team; this may include managing manufacturer representatives, customers, orders, invoicing, closing deals, prospecting, etc.
• Prospecting includes researching leads, cold calling, social media marketing, etc.
• Work closely with Residential team on larger projects in order to further develop skill set
• Assist with service orders for Residential team
• Assist with paid service orders for Residential team
• Help Residential Sales Manager with protocols, keeping track of meeting minutes, clerical work, and any administrative duties, as needed
• Communicate weekly backlogs for entire Residential team
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma required; Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience of administrative, sales, or other closely related experience preferred.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal skills.
• Professional & eloquent presence on phone conversations.
• Computer skills including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, social media applications, typing, etc.
• Positive, professional, friendly, and customer-focused attitude
• Solution-minded team player
• Ability to multi-task and re-prioritize throughout the day
• Ability to work under pressure on time-sensitive deadlines
• Effective project management, with timely follow-up and organizational skills
• Lighting industry experience is a bonus
• Interior design background is a bonus

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times.
• Possible travel