Sales Administrator

PLX, Inc is a state-of-the-art optical technology company based in New York, providing vital solutions to fit the demands of a new generation of optical requirements by specializing in the development and manufacture of high accuracy complex optical structures that withstand non-optimal conditions. With a 65-year heritage at the forefront of innovation, PLX continues to transform optics by integrating innovative optical systems into the assemblies of critical defense, space, and aerospace platforms. PLX is the leader in development and fabrication of monolithic and invariant optics, and the pioneers of hollow retroreflectors, such as the Lateral Transfer Hollow Retroflectors and Periscopes (LTHR/LTHP). One of the core technologies is the patented system integration of optical structure technologies, the Monolithic Optical Structure Technology™ (M.O.S.T.), which has thermally & environmentally stable sub-arcsecond performance in a compact form factor.

We are looking for a Sales Administrator that excels in a high-paced multi-tasking environment.

Position Primary Responsibility:

• Builds and maintains customer relationships with highly responsive follow-up.
• Prepare quotes, process purchase orders, and RMA’s.
• Create high level reports regarding projected sales, conversion, or any KPIs.
• Provide technical sales support and liaison with engineering department.
• Maintain and update sales and customer records.
• Work closely with all internal departments to ensure customers’ orders are leaving on time.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports.
• Check data accuracy in quotes, purchase orders and invoices.
• Respond to incoming emails and phone calls in a timely manner.
• Update, follow up and maintain sales pipeline.
• Help with any other administrative tasks as assigned.

Required Experience/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business or 5+ years’ experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Entry level to experience in technical sales and/or optics/military/defense industries.
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Excellent computer skills, Microsoft Office suite including advanced analysis in Excel.
• Team player with high level of dedication with a no task is too small attitude.
• Ability to work with strict deadlines.
• Hands on experience with ERP system, CRM software.

Salary: From $75,000.00 per year + depending on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• 2-weeks’ vacation
• 1-week sick time
• 10 paid company holidays

Experience Label: Defense or Aerospace (Preferred)

PLX is an equal opportunity employer that emphasizes the importance of collaboration, respect, and diversity in the workplace

SALARY REQUIREMENTS MUST BE INCLUDED WITH RESUME IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

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