Administrative Assistant - Sales

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Washington, DC, USA
In-Office
24-24 Hourly
Junior
Retail
The Role
Provides administrative and sales support by preparing client visits, coordinating orders and deliveries, managing calendars and inventory, maintaining client files, and communicating with clients, vendors, and sales staff. The role also supports prospecting through social media, referral entry, promotional messaging, and call-list creation. Requires strong organization, communication, customer service, technology, and basic accounting skills, along with the ability to work onsite, lift 30 pounds, and drive as needed.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Tom James Company, an Assistant supports our sales team members, store leaders, and key organizational leaders in fulfilling our mission to be a global leader in the fashion industry. An Assistant is a valued member of the Tom James sales support team.
 
We currently have a part-time opening in our Washington, DC office. Our position is for 25 hours per week at $23.50 per hour. We offer a generous PTO plan, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan. 
 
Regular onsite attendance required. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Preparing for daily client visits
  • Prepping clothing to be delivered
  • Locating necessary client information (A/R balances, sales sheet)
  • Updating sales materials regarding fabrics/options
  • Coordinating and maintaining all client orders/files
  • Communicating with clients:
  • Setting up appointments
  • Providing status of orders
  • Scheduling deliveries
  • Sending reminders
  • Supporting the sales efforts of the sales professional by:
  • Communicating regularly with the sales professional and other members of the store team
  • Meeting with the sales professional to set goals
  • Managing daily calendar
  • Organizing inventory
  • Pursuing efficiencies for processes and communication
  • Picking up and delivering client items as needed
  • Prospecting new clients using internet and social media applications
  • Digital marketing - proficient in LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Twitter
  • Entering referrals into proprietary system
  • Sending introductory and promotional messages
  • Creating call lists/hot lists
  • Delivering exceptional customer service when contacting factories, corporate office, clients and outside vendors
  • Maintaining a professional image to interface with corporate clients

A successful candidate fits the following criteria:

  • Confident, independent worker
  • Strong communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Outstanding time management skills
  • Professional customer service skills
  • Social Media savvy (especially on LinkedIn & Instagram)
  • Proficient using multiple forms of technology including Microsoft Office; Google Docs, Sheets, Forms
  • Possesses basic accounting skills (such as balancing accounts)
  • Enjoys being flexible and multitasking
  • Motivated to tackle challenges
  • Yearns to work in a fast-paced team environment
  • Able to bend and lift 30 lbs.
  • Valid Driver’s License required 
  • Two years office-related experience is preferred.
  • Experience with a sales-oriented environment is a plus!

Skills Required

  • Confident, independent work style
  • Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Outstanding time management skills
  • Professional customer service skills
  • Social media proficiency, especially LinkedIn and Instagram
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Docs, Sheets, and Forms
  • Basic accounting skills, such as balancing accounts
  • Flexibility and ability to multitask
  • Motivation to tackle challenges
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
  • Ability to bend and lift 30 pounds
  • Valid driver's license
  • Two years of office-related experience
  • Experience in a sales-oriented environment

Tom James Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Tom James and has not been reviewed or approved by Tom James.

  • Retirement Support — Programs include a 401(k), profit sharing, and employee ownership that emphasize long-term wealth building. These elements are presented as meaningful advantages for tenured employees.
  • Healthcare Strength — The package spans major medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and both short- and long-term disability. Coverage breadth is positioned to provide peace of mind for individuals and families.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is characterized as generous and a strong component of the package. Time-off allowances complement the broader benefits suite.

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The Company
HQ: Franklin, TN
1,259 Employees
Year Founded: 1966

What We Do

Tom James is the world’s largest manufacturer and retailer of custom clothing and the engine behind some of the world’s most established tailored clothing brands. As one of the few remaining vertically integrated clothing retailers—meaning we control the entire manufacturing process ‘from sheep to suit’—we offer unparalleled value to those with an eye for quality. Our service model is based on a simple mantra: “We come to you with fine clothing.” Our clients never wait in line, fight for parking, or covet a garment that doesn’t come in their size. Our clients never settle, because we leverage the support of Tom James’ vertically integrated resources, nearly unlimited fabric and styling choices, plus, the technology of the digital age to offer our clients the individualized wardrobe service they prefer. The efficiency and value of our business model allows us to span all price points, from $800, entry level fully custom suits to the most coveted, 100% handmade garments in the industry: Oxxford Clothes, based in Chicago, using Holland and Sherry cloth. The Tom James Company operates offices in 37 states, the United Kingdom, France, Holland, Germany, Australia & Canada. If you would like to learn more about our service and products, get in touch or visit our website at www.tomjames.com

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