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Robert Half
Sales Assistant
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What they do
A Sales Assistant provides administrative assistance to sales representatives or teams. Provides follow up on sales leads or assists with marketing or recruiting new leads, and compiles sales reports. Works in an office or in a remote location and provides assistance by phone, email or the internet.
$54,200 / year median in California
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for a motivated Sales Assistant to support day-to-day sales activity and help maintain strong customer engagement in Goleta, California. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone with at least 1 year of experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and contributing to revenue-focused goals. The role involves assisting with inbound and outbound sales efforts, coordinating follow-up with prospects, and helping the team deliver responsive service throughout the sales process.
Responsibilities:
- Support the sales team by managing daily administrative and customer-facing tasks that keep the pipeline moving efficiently.
- Respond to incoming inquiries, qualify customer interest, and route opportunities to the appropriate sales contacts.
- Conduct outbound outreach to prospective clients to introduce services, generate interest, and schedule follow-up conversations.
- Maintain accurate sales records, customer notes, and activity updates to ensure clear visibility into ongoing opportunities.
- Assist with preparing sales materials, quotes, and communications that help move prospects through the decision-making process.
- Follow up with leads and existing customers to answer questions, provide updates, and encourage continued engagement.
- Coordinate with internal team members to ensure timely handling of customer requests and smooth sales support operations. Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience in a sales support, inside sales, or related customer-facing role.
- Working knowledge of inside sales, direct sales, inbound sales, and outbound sales practices.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers and team members.
- Ability to stay organized, manage multiple priorities, and maintain attention to detail in a busy work environment.
- Confidence in making outbound contact and following up consistently with leads and clients.
- Proficiency with basic business software and comfort learning sales tools or internal systems as needed.