WOW OUR CUSTOMERS. WOW OUR REPS. MAKE LIFE RUN SMOOTHLY.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Are you ready to infuse every event, conference, and customer visit with that 'WOW' factor? Join us as our Event Planner and Sales Support Coordinator and become an integral part of our dynamic sales team. In this role, you'll blend meticulous planning with unparalleled customer service to ensure our events and interactions leave a lasting impression. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, we want you on our team!
Are you ready to infuse every event, conference and customer visit with that "WOW" factor? Join us as our Event Planner and Sales Support Coordinator and become an integral part of our dynamic sales team. This role is a blend of meticulous planning, unparalleled customer service and administrative support to ensure that our events and interactions leave a lasting impression. We're seeking an individual with tremendous energy, a wealth of positivity and a can-do attitude, if this is you, we want you on our team!
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9 am- 5 pm
A Typical Day (job functions) | Support + Plan + Schedule + Organize + Coordinate
Provide comprehensive administrative support to divisional Sales Managers, including scheduling meetings, drafting communications, and ensuring deadlines are met. Take the lead in planning and executing sales conferences, trade shows, and regional/national events, with occasional travel required. Organize and coordinate customer visits, ensuring every aspect of their experience exceeds expectations. Drive sales-focused projects such as holiday gifts, newsletters, and milestone recognition initiatives. Maintain meticulous tracking of budget, expenses, and cost-saving opportunities related to sales activities and travel. Coordinate sales representative agreements, goals, and training programs. Serve as backup support at the front desk, handling customer inquiries and maintaining office supplies. Track and nurture leads for potential customer opportunities. Ensure seamless onboarding and training programs for new Sales Reps. Other job duties as assigned Skills (qualifications) | Detail-Driven + Anticipate Needs + Desire to Help + Roll with the Flow
High school diploma required, with some college coursework preferred. Exceptional attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and internet applications. Typing speed of 45+ words per minute. Prior experience in scheduling and coordinating corporate events is essential. Ability to anticipate needs and proactively address challenges. Outstanding communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to tasks. Strong team player with the flexibility to handle multiple tasks and interruptions. Reliable, responsible, and willing to take direction. Onsite presence required. OUR CULTURE IS ONE-OF-A-KIND AND TRULY SETS US APART . We are proud of our humble beginnings and non-corporate style. We offer a unique atmosphere, unlike any other manufacturer. We work hard to be the best and we seek only committed individuals that will help move our company forward and embrace our values and culture. Lakeshirts | Blue 84 is one of the largest privately owned screen-printing manufacturers in the United States, responsible for decorating and distribution of a wide variety of garments for the resort, college and K-12 markets. At our headquarters in Detroit Lakes, MN, we employ over 900 great people, proudly producing 45,000+ garments daily. It's not just a job but a lifestyle. Our job descriptions help support and guide you in the role you play in making our company successful. LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT. IT REALLY IS. Cognitive or Mental Requirements of the Job:
Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires good judgment, people-oriented, flexible, organized, diplomatic, reliable, enthusiastic, courteous, helpful, patient.
Physical Demands:
Position Requirements/Frequency Never 0% Occasionally 1%-33% Frequently 34%-66% Continuously 67%-100% Lifts
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Lifting under 10 lbs.
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Lifting 10-24 lbs.
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Lifting 25-50 lbs.
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Lifting over 50 lbs.
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Carrying under 10 lbs.
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Carrying 10-24 lbs.
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Carrying 25-50 lbs.
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Carrying over 50 lbs.
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Reaching above shoulder height
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Reaching at shoulder height
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Reaching below shoulder height
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