Sales Assistant (Brooklyn)
Sales Assistant Location: Ditmas Park, Brooklyn, NY Job Type: Full-Time, In-Person Salary: $60,000–$70,000 per year About Donnamax : Donnamax is a leading manufacturer of health and beauty accessories, supplying innovative products to many of the world's largest retailers, including Target, TJ Maxx, Family Dollar, Burlington, Ross, Five Below, and other major national chains. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products, exceptional customer service, and strong retail partnerships. Position OverviewDonnamax is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Sales Assistant to support our Head of Sales in managing relationships with key retail accounts and ensuring projects move smoothly from initial customer communication through final delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, communicating with major retail buyers, coordinating cross-functional projects, and playing a critical role in the sales process. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Sales with the day-to-day management of major retail accounts. Communicate professionally with buyers, merchants, and sourcing teams from leading national retailers. Coordinate meetings, appointments, presentations, and follow-up communications. Manage ongoing customer orders from purchase order through production, shipment, and successful completion. Collaborate with internal departments—including product development, design, production, logistics, and customer service—to ensure orders stay on schedule. Prepare sales presentations, pricing sheets, quotations, and customer documentation. Complete retailer forms, vendor onboarding paperwork, and other administrative documents accurately and on time. Coordinate the preparation and shipment of product samples to customers. Maintain organized records of customer communications, orders, and project timelines. Assist with trade show preparation, customer meetings, and other sales initiatives. Monitor deadlines and proactively follow up to ensure projects continue moving forward. Provide administrative and operational support for the sales team as needed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered. 2 years of experience in sales support, account management, customer service, or an administrative role. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Exceptional attention to detail. Professional, positive, and customer-focused attitude. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with ERP, CRM, or order management systems is a plus. Preferred Characteristics Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Team-oriented with the ability to communicate effectively across departments. Takes initiative and can work independently while supporting a collaborative sales team. Compensation & Benefits: Salary: $60,000–$70,000 annually, based on experience. Full-time, in-person position based at our Ditmas Park office in Brooklyn, NY. Opportunity to work directly with the Head of Sales and gain exposure to national retail account management. Hands-on experience working with some of the country's largest retailers and helping bring products from concept to shelf. Opportunities for professional growth within a growing consumer products company. Why Join Donnamax? At Donnamax, you'll work alongside experienced retail professionals and gain firsthand exposure to the consumer products industry. You'll help support relationships with some of the country's largest retailers while contributing to innovative products found in stores nationwide. This role offers an excellent pathway into account management, retail sales, and consumer product development, with opportunities to grow your career as the company continues to expand. Additional Job Application Terms This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia. We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.
