About this role
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What We Do</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">At C.A. Fortune, we aspire to maintain our position as the nation’s leading consumer brands agency. We realize how fortunate we are (pun intended) to offer comprehensive solutions to our clients. From sales management to marketing, all the way down to insights and e-commerce, our boutique service model offers a breadth of services to our clients.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Who We Are</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">People. Passion. Purpose. Our people are the core of our business. Our unique boutique service model allows our people to follow their passions with a purpose, all while delivering excellent services to our clients. At C.A., we live and breathe our values. We are fearless and curious innovators who lead with solutions, empower others, and do the right thing, always. We are a family-first organization and recognize the importance of a healthy and flexible work-life balance, a positive support system, and the power of diversity and inclusion.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Overview of the Role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">The Specialist, Sales Execution position is an integral part of the team, providing support to Sales and Sales Operations with the necessary tools and insights to help manage our clients’ businesses. In this role, the team member is expected to take the lead on completing retailer and distributor paperwork, promotional forms, and complete assigned data entry tasks. The Specialist is also responsible for collection of sales reports from various sources, including but not limited to, distributors, and retailers. This position plays a key part in helping to execute daily tasks that maintain the various ongoing sales support processes that are in place.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Location: Remote, if local to Chicago will observe a hybrid schedule in office 3 days.</span></li>
<li><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}">Salary range: $50,000 - $55,000 based on experience, qualifications and skills.</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">At C.A. we’re not looking for perfection, just people that want to commit to a us and grow their careers long-term. We are on a mission to build better brands that inspire healthier lifestyles for consumers and their families. If you’re looking for a sign to apply, here it is!</span> <br><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You’ll Do at C.A. Fortune </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Provide support to the Sales and Sales Operations teams with completion of new item forms, promotional paperwork, and data entry tasks </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Support the tracking and execution of Category Reviews for all brands within the portfolio</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Assist with basic administrative functions including user account maintenance, reports and dashboards, workflows, and other routine tasks </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Own the collection of new client onboarding materials </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Audit SharePoint file systems on a regular basis to ensure all materials, information, and reports are accurate and up to date and the necessary parties have access </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Support in routinely updating sales presentation templates as well as retailer specific presentations </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Perform any other development and administrative related duties as assigned </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You Should Bring to the Table</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with Retailer paperwork, preferably customers in the Natural channels (e.g., Whole Foods, Sprouts, NCG, INFRA, etc.)</span></li>
<li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Eagerness to learn about the CPG industry </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint proficiency </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">A demonstrated competency in multi-tasking and problem-solving with focus on meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Extremely organized, detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Able to collaborate with a team as well as independently motivated </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrate professional written and verbal communication skills </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Perks</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li>PTO & Sick Days</li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">11 paid company holidays per year</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">2 paid volunteer days per year</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">3 months fully paid parental leave (regardless of gender)</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Medical, dental, and vision</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Monthly cell phone allowance</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Paid company life insurance</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">401k with company match</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Summer hours (half day Fridays from Memorial Day thru Labor Day)</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Work from home flexibility</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Come As You Are</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">C.A. Fortune is committed to making our company more inclusive. Diversity fuels our innovation and better connects us to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. Based on research, we know that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when their experience perfectly matches the job description. That said, we encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications, especially if this role aligns with your career trajectory.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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About C.A. Fortune
C.A. Fortune was founded in 1983 and later expanded under current ownership in 2013 to answer the need for a brokerage that could adapt with the changing consumer. In the past eleven years, through organic growth and strategic transactions, we’ve grown to serve clients nationwide across conventional and natural retailers in every channel - and added a suite of capabilities to support our clients at every step of the consumer journey. Our people are located across the country, and always happy to gather at our headquarters in Chicago’s vibrant West Loop.
Our team is defined by passion, energy, hunger and drive. We’re a melting pot of expertise in sales, retail, e-commerce, marketing & advertising, and data & analytics. What these teams have in common is…you. We’re all highly motivated to help you win over customers and consumers.