A&D Inside Sales Coordinator at Coherent

DescriptionCoherent A&D is seeking a qualified Inside Sales Coordinator to work with existing & potential customers provide support before & after the sale transaction and answer customers inquiries effectively in a timely manner. This position includes quote generation approval tracking documentation customer portal support order admin and customer service tasks. The hire must be able to manage their workload and priorities to ensure efficient and timely task management and provide status updates as needed. The hire must have a teamwork mentality strong attention to detail and customer satisfaction focus which is crucial for building and maintaining customer relationships. This position works with Sales Account Mgrs. and other cross-functional departments to ensure customers questions are answered orders get processed through fulfillment and assigned work is completed with the best quality of service while adhering to companys policies mission and values.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesIdentify qualify and follow up on leads that come into the A&D business group.Quote generation and approval tracking.Process improvements/development support.Documentation and customer portal support.Respond to customer inquiries in a timely and professional manner.Act as liaison between Customers and Sales Account Managers.Receive validate process and track customers purchase orders using companys ERP system as well as acknowledge orders once scheduled/rescheduled.Provide sales order updates issue RMA documentation.May need to interact with Product Line Leaders Operations Legal Contracts Finance Planning Production and other applicable personnel to get information timely approvals and answers for customers.Proactive self-directed daily follow-up on job related tasks.Other Sales Customer Service and Order Management duties as required.Education & ExperienceEducation: Minimum Associate Degree. Bachelors Degree preferred.Work Experience: Minimum of 6-8 years of related experience.Prior customer service order administration and/or sales support experience in a technical environment required.Experience preparing or processing quotes required.Experience processing sales orders and RMAs required.Experience communicating directly with customers required.Technical background knowledge or experience preferred.Sales training and onboarding experience preferred.Experience with Microsoft Office 365 tools required.Familiarity with an ERP system required (IFS and/or Oracle is ideal).Familiarity with a CRM database system required (Salesforce is ideal).SkillsStrong attention to detail including the ability to follow through on multiple and changing priorities with a sense of urgency.Able to work productively in a fast-paced environment with a focus on self-motivated customer response.Exceptional team player. Ability to remain helpful with a can do and find a way attitude at all times.Process driven. Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn and share ideas.Excellent interpersonal skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to excel in a cross-organizational cross-cultural multi-location team environment.Self-motivated and able to work productively with minimal supervision.Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.Understanding of Defense business and ITAR preferred.Working ConditionsRemote position working from a home office space. Must be knowledgeable with operations and comfortable working with cross-functional and multi-location personnel.Lead and Marketing Support (25%) Use of digital tools for lead management lead qualification and providing updates to the Sales team. Travel to support Sales Account Managers in conferences symposiums and/or trade shows. Travel must be efficient and cost effective.Sales Team Support (25%) Virtual collaboration and documentation using digital tools. Serve as liaison between remote Sales department and cross-functional departments.Administrative and Operational Support (30%) Maintain and update CRM database with client information sales activities leads and opportunities. Process orders in the Companys ERP systems and track orders through fulfillment. Reports and sales data analysis.Customer Communication (20%) Engaging with customers through virtual channels. Primary point of contact for customer inquiries related to orders products and services via email or phone. Remote customer service issue resolution to ensure high level of customer satisfaction.Physical RequirementsMust carry multiple tasks/assignments in parallel and interact successfully with a wide variety of personnel.Safety RequirementsAll employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.Quality and Environmental ResponsibilitiesDepending on location this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.CultureCommitmentEnsure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:Integrity Create an Environment of TrustCollaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of IdeasAccountability Own the Process and the OutcomeRespect Recognize the Value in EveryoneEnthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR) applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Sales Experience,Microsoft Office,Customer Service,Hotel Experience,Hospitality Experience,Basic Math,Microsoft Powerpoint,Salesforce,Filing,Project Management Software,Administrative Experience,Sales Support Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1