Internship- Sales Coordinator

SPRING/SUMMER INTERNSHIP - SALES COORDINATOR

Here's the scoop! You're gonna be given all the tools for success; the best products on the market, an established high end client list and a seriously awesome team to work alongside (hey, we think we're pretty fun).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Working closely with our Wholesale Manager by helping field wholesale calls and requests from smaller retailers around the country
  • Cold calling new accounts around the country where Packed Party should be sold in
  • Following up with existing customers, via phone, about reorders and how products are selling inside stores
  • Research in finding new key accounts Packed Party NEEDS to be working with. You're the go-to on all the new stores in whatever the hottest cities are. You understand where our brand fits and where it does not
  • Using your communication and listening skills to build strong relationships with our existing clients, via phone and email
  • Handling customer issues as they come up over the phone and confidently overcoming objections
  • Researching and evaluating accounts to understand Packed Party's clients every need - they need signage? Let's make 'em signage. They need social media photos? Coming right up!
  • Assist in planning and executing pop-up events in the community 

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

  • College student seeking school credit (internship is unpaid)
  • At least through their sophomore year of college
  • Lives in Austin, TX where our HQ is located
  • Effective writing, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Passion and a deep understanding for all things sales – the platforms, the opportunities, the current state and best practices, with an enthusiasm to be proactive and gain new accounts
  • Confidence to hop on the phone and call new accounts
  • Strong influencing and negotiating abilities
  • Exceptional project and time management skills - We have a large list of retailers; how will you segment your days to contact them all while fielding incoming calls too?

If you're a self-starting enthusiastic individual and a true people person looking for the opportunity to jump in and take initiative - we want you here starting the party with us.

Think you're THE person for the job? Submit your cover letter + resume to careers@packedparty.com.