Sales Administrative Assistant

New Orleans , LA Order: 1302176 Order Type : TempToFT We are searching for a Sales Administrative Assistant to work with a very busy and stable company located in New Orleans.-Pay will be $40,000-$45,000 to start and parking will be provided.-Hours are 8:30am - 5:30pm.-Benefits offered include but are not limited to: Health, Dental, Life, 401K match and PTOJob Duties of the Sales Administrative Assistant include but are not limited to:Prepare, organize, create and provide general correspondence, proposals, and various departmental reports to efficiently facilitate office operations.Generate meeting bulletinsRespond to telephone inquiries for general information such as media kits, brochures and maps.Establish new account files in computer system, create hardy copy files and organize correspondence as appropriate to ensure that sales managers can followup with new clients.Process brochure orders for upcoming meetings, ensuring payment is received, when necessary, and brochures are delivered as required.Coordinate site inspections by scheduling appointments and preparing itineraries making certain that site inspections are executed smoothly.Prepare various reports (i.e. expense reports, etc.), as requested in a timely and efficient manner.Provide general assistance to the sales managers by preparing sales packets, assisting with mail distribution, etc. to ensure effective administrative support.Handle and respond to callers via the convention sales inquiry line, as needed.Assist as occasional switchboard operator and relieve receptionist when necessary.Perform other projects or duties as assigned by the sales manager team and/or the Vice President of Sales & Strategy as assigned.Education and Experience needed of the Sales Administrative Assistant:Associate's or Bachelor's Degree3+ years experience working in similar roleHospitality experience is a plusComputer Skills needed of the Sales Administrative Assistant:Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (will be tested!)Knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and database programsTyping speed of 50+ wpm preferable'