Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind

Job Description

August 2007

 

 

Title:                           Assistive Technology Sales Coordinator

 

Department:               Assistive Technology

 

Supervisor:                 AT Director

 

Purpose of Position:   The AT Sales Coordinator works directly with
product vendors and customers ensuring that CLB is represented
appropriately.  The AT Sales Coordinator works with AT Director to
ensure sales quotas are being met and exceeded to increase sales
revenue.  This individual will obtain information from new and current
vendors regarding new products, and with the AT Director, assists in
determining which products CLB will represent.   The individual in this
position must be willing to travel between sites and to work in a
variety of locations.  This position requires excellent organization
skills, the ability to multi-task, the ability to read and adhere to
vendor agreements, the ability to meet deadlines and quotas, and the
ability to maintain the product demonstration inventory and screen new
products for sales purposes.   The person in this position must
exemplify professionalism and represent the CLB in a professional manner
at all times.

 

Responsibilities:

 

1.       Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and customers
to ensure excellent customer service.

2.       Respond to customer inquiries and requests in a timely manner
via phone, fax, e-mail and in person.

3.       Identify areas where CLB can increase sales targets and work
directly with the AT Director and product vendors to obtain and meet
these targets. 

4.       Obtain information on new products and determine the
feasibility of CLB representing these products.

5.       Provide training and information to all staff and consumers on
all products for sale.

6.       Generate a weekly list of sales leads and demonstration
opportunities for AT products.

7.       Represent CLB at product demonstrations, conferences, trade
shows and meetings, as requested.

8.       Work with the CLB store manager and/or clerk to identify
relevant products for resale in the CLB Visionary Store(s).

9.       Maintain current price sheets and product literature and work
with AT Director on product marketing initiatives.

10.   Issue accurate and timely price quotes, purchase orders and
invoices.

11.   Other duties as assigned.

 

Education/Experience Requirements:

 

1.       Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Assistive
Technology, Education, Marketing Business or related field.

2.       A minimum of 2 years experience in technology or consumer
electronics sales.

3.       Experience in developing leads and meeting sales quotas a plus.

4.       Knowledge of Assistive Technology devices preferred.

5.       Experience with Web publishing and/or product marketing
campaigns a plus.

 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

 

1.       Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

2.       Excellent oral and written communications skills.

3.       Excellent presentation skills.

4.       Ability to work independently and in a fast paced environment.

5.       Independent travel skills within the metro DC area.

6.       Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
required.

7.       Knowledge of Assistive technology products for blind and low
vision users (i.e. JAWS, ZoomText, Braille displays, video magnification
systems, etc.) a plus.

8.       Knowledge of disability issues relating to federal contracts
and sales.

9.      Goal oriented with a proven track record of success in meeting
deadlines and requirements.

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