Associate Sales Coordinator
Our Manufacturing & Energy Solutions client in Kohler, WI, is seeking an Associate Sales Coordinator to join their team! This person will manage the end-to-end order lifecycle in SAP, including order entry, shipment coordination, export documentation, billing support, and invoice reconciliation. This role oversees domestic and international logistics, maintains trade compliance, resolves post-sale issues, and partners cross-functionally to track projects, clear backlogs, and improve operational efficiency.
Opportunity: Open-ended contract (potential to go perm)
Location: Kohler, WI
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am-5pm (HYBRID 3 days on-site)
Compensation: $21-$23/hour
Responsibilities:
- Order Processing: Enter and manage customer purchase orders in SAP, ensuring accuracy in pricing, terms, delivery details, and compliance with company policies.
- Shipping Coordination: Create and manage outbound shipments in SAP; collaborate with Logistics to meet service-level timelines.
- Export Documentation: Prepare and validate commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and customs declarations in compliance with international trade regulations.
- Logistics Management: Coordinate ocean, air, and ground shipments, including freight quotes, Incoterms, carrier communication, and adherence to global compliance standards.
- Billing & Commission Support: Review, validate, and route documentation for commission and billing processes in partnership with analysts or senior coordinators.
- Issue Resolution: Address post-sale issues such as invoice discrepancies, returns, freight claims, and short-ship or damage claims.
- System Utilization: Use SAP to manage sales orders, shipments, billing data, and progress payments throughout the project lifecycle.
- Customer Portal Management: Maintain customer portals for order entry, shipment tracking, and invoice retrieval; update portal guides to ensure accuracy and reduce errors.
- Invoice Reconciliation: Monitor aged invoices, escalate overdue accounts, and collaborate with Finance for resolution.
- Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate customer records, including order history, shipping preferences, Incoterms, and compliance documentation.
- Project Tracking: Monitor project progress from order booking through delivery, ensuring timely updates and milestone accuracy.
- Backlog Management: Identify and resolve order holds, delays, or data discrepancies.
- Communication: Provide proactive updates to distributors/customers and stakeholders regarding order status and issue resolution.
- Process Improvement: Recommend and implement improvements to enhance billing accuracy, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in business, supply chain, or related field preferred
- 1–2 years of experience in sales support, customer service, or order management preferred.
- Proficiency in SAP and experience with configurable products preferred.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with a customer-first mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with international shipping processes, export documentation, or Incoterms is a plus.
Category Code: JN002, JN003
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