Now Hiring - VMI - Arts Entertainment And Recreation Insides Sales Assistant in Sunnyvale, CA

Full description of the position

Do you have a passion for Audio-Visual Equipment? Do you find yourself looking at displays or listening to sound systems, and are in awe of what you are seeing and hearing? Maybe production is more your thing, and you like camcorders and seeing what people put together? Do you enjoy learning about new technologies and helping people?

If you were part of your high school or college theater department, have an Audio or Communications degree, and/or enjoyed working with lighting, audio, production systems and/or have hands on experience, this position may be for you. Especially, if helping people find the right microphone, speaker, camcorder, or projector, and quoting them on that equipment sounds like something you want to do, keep reading.

VMI, Inc. is looking for an Inside Sales Assistant to join and assist our Sales Team. We are looking for entry to junior level people, that are energetic, positive, and results oriented, and ready to learn. VMI, Inc. is a VAR (Value Added Reseller) providing Audio-Visual and Broadcast System Installation on the West Coast.

Insides Sales Assistant

Job Description:

• Prospect and cold call businesses daily
• Check bid sites and quote bids for audio-visual, presentation, display, and production products
• Continually pursue sales efforts for new account prospects and development
• Establish rapport with existing customers, and determine growth opportunities within those customers for complimentary audio-visual and production products, including repair and rental services
• Maintain a schedule of appointments and prospecting calls
• Understands product availability, and is able to build customer expectations for meeting delivery timelines
• Meet and exceed monthly sales goals
• Assist outside sales staff with their quotes, by looking up pricing, reaching out to manufactures for availability, and acting as a second point of contact for the Northern California Sales team
• Answer phones, enter opportunities, and enter orders
• Develop relationships with audio visual and broadcast manufacturers
• Coordinated audio visual or video equipment demonstrations as needed

Qualifications:

• Competitive, strong work ethic and the ability to work independently or as a team member
• Passionate, enthusiast and motivated to close new business
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized and superior time management
• Excellent customer service skills
• Tech savvy
• Bachelor Degree in business, communication, marketing or advertising (preferred) or equivalent work experience
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel required
• Knowledge of AV/Production products: AMX, Crestron, Extron, NEC, Panasonic, Sony , JVC etc. a plus

Education/Experience

• Minimum High school diploma or 3 years’ related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience in audio-visual, video and/or production
• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university preferred

We proudly offer :

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Vision Plan, 401-K, FSA or HSA, Sick & Vacation Time, and holidays for full-time employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Sales Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person