Vendor Specialist

Softmart is a leading supplier of computer hardware, software, software licenses and peripherals to corporate, academic and government markets. We are currently seeking a Vendor Specialist to add to our Marketing Department.

 

Summary: Responsible for facilitating additional sales of assigned vendor products and programs to new and existing Softmart customers through sales activities, sales support, and the implementation of marketing programs.

 

Responsibilities: Will act as a support resource for the vendor and Softmart sales force in an effort to increase efficiency and accuracy of sales efforts. Establish and maintain relationships with Softmart’s and the Publishers sales force to identify and assist in closing of mutual sales opportunities.  Develop, organize and conduct product and positioning training to Softmart employees and Publisher employees. Provide outbound call services on behalf of publisher, as well as follow up to direct mail campaigns, seminars, internal/external databases, product target markets. Maintain pipeline and other weekly reports and all documentation to support business opportunities and new sales. Attend product training, seminars or trade shows when necessary. 

 

Experience/Skills: Two to three years of sales and/or marketing experience. Strong communication, organizational and problem solving skills. Ability to handle diverse duties in a fast paced environment. Microsoft Office.

 

Educational Requirements: College degree (concentration in marketing preferred) or strong work equivalent.

 

Resume submission requirements: All resumes must be submitted with a cover letter that includes salary requirements to: Hresource@softmart.com . Applications that do not meet all of the above requirements will not be accepted.

 

Softmart is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/M, F, D, V