Updated: 2026/02/18(

JOB ID: 061654

Sales Assistant

Job CategoryLogistics / Import & Export
Job TypePermanent
Employment TypeFull time
Working TypeHybrid
Visa SponorshipNo
Education LevelBachelors Degree
Experience LevelMid Level
Salary Range$50000 - $60000
Job LocationSanta Clara, CA, United States

Company : Electronic components related company

Salary : $50k-60K(DOE), non-exempt

Work Hours: 7:30-16:30 – 1h Lunch Break

Location : Santa Clara, CA Hybrid Work is considerable, 2-3 days at the office

General Position Summary

This position is responsible for supporting clerical duties for Sales Representatives by developing purchase orders, invoices, and other sales-related documents as well as responding to inquiries from customers.

Essential Job Functions

Sales Assistant:

  • Obtains necessary information from each Sales Rep. in order to prepare necessary documents such as quotations.
  • Prepares documents for daily shipment.
  • Prepares invoices when necessary and sends them out; processes payments.
  • Searches inventory records to determine if the products on hand are in sufficient quantity; updates inventory lists up-to-date.
  • Assures that the ordered products are delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets the quality standards of the company.
  • Responsible for the accurate entry, maintenance, and submission of purchase orders based on customer demand as well as stock replenishments.
  • Coordinates appropriate methods needed to distribute products in a cost-effective manner to and from the supplier.
  • Responsible for inventory control and any issues with purchased products.
  • Works with the freight forwarders regarding the warehouse activities in managing shipment schedule, flight delivery schedule, inventory levels, inventory receipts, physical inventory, product labeling, and packaging requirements.
  • Forecasts and reports the quantities and amounts of the products required to be purchased.
  • Prepares sales-related reports and submits them to the management.

Customer Service:

  • Responsible for answering customers’ questions and inquiries about the products.
  • Stays involved and works closely with customers for smooth transactions.
  • Receives and processes orders provide information regarding current pricing, changes in service, discontinuance of items, and shipping.
  • Identifies and resolves client concerns; Resolves customers’ complaints via phone and/or email.

Logistics:

  • Assembles customer orders, in accordance with specific requirements provided; ensures to complete them according to the shipping schedule provided.
  • Performs inspections to ensure no visible damages to the products and/ or inspection of counterfeit goods.

Industry Knowledge/Time Management:

  • Acquires and utilizes knowledge of the semiconductor industry and electronic components.
  • Improves time management skills to effectively manage time and increase productivity.

OTHER&MISCELLANEOUS

  • Seeks constant improvement, more efficient and less expensive ways and means in work processes. • Performs special projects and other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Manager.
  • Maintains high ethical standards in the workplace.
  • Reports all irregular issues and problems to management for a solution.
  • Maintains good communication with management, office staff members, and outside contacts.

Education Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Experience

  • Related experience of three years or more in the Administration/Purchasing Department.

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