Since 1959, Interstate SignWays has built its reputation on producing high-quality traffic, Interstate, architectural, and wayfinding signage.
Today, Interstate SignWays supplies Interstate signage to customers across more than 40 states, along with signage for airports, businesses, municipalities, and other major organizations throughout the United States.
We are a growing American manufacturing company that takes pride in quality, reliability, customer service, and doing things the right way.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Marketing & Sales Coordinator who is organized, motivated, curious, and ready to take ownership.
This is more than an administrative position. The successful candidate will work directly with our sales and management teams to help identify opportunities, support existing customers, coordinate state and municipal bid activity, maintain marketing programs, and help generate new business.
This position is ideal for someone who wants to learn the business, develop professionally, and grow into a larger sales and marketing role over time.
The right person will have the opportunity to expand their responsibilities as they demonstrate initiative, reliability, and results.
Sales Support & Business Development:
* Support the sales team with customer communication, follow-up, pulling proposals, sending quotes, and other sales-related activities.
* Research potential customers, markets, contractors, municipalities, transportation agencies, and other business opportunities.
* Track leads and follow up consistently to help convert opportunities into sales.
* Maintain accurate customer and prospect information in company systems.
* Help develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective customers.
* Assist with preparing sales presentations, proposals, and other customer materials.
* Monitor customer activity and identify opportunities for additional business.
* Monitor state, municipal, DOT, airport, and other public-sector bid opportunities.
* Maintain a bid calendar and ensure important deadlines are identified and communicated.
* Assist with gathering information and preparing bid packages and submissions.
* Coordinate with internal departments to obtain pricing, production information, lead times, certifications, and other required documentation.
* Maintain organized records of submitted bids, results, renewals, and upcoming opportunities.
* Research new states, agencies, contracts, and purchasing opportunities where Interstate SignWays may compete.
* Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns that support company sales objectives.
* Help develop content including customer communications, newsletters, product information, company updates, and promotional materials.
* Research industry trends, competitors, customers, and market opportunities.
* Help strengthen the Interstate SignWays brand and increase awareness within the traffic signage markets.
* Work closely with Sales, Operations, Production, Purchasing, and Management to ensure customer commitments and sales objectives are aligned.
* Help communicate important customer requirements and deadlines internally.
* Maintain accurate records and provide regular updates on sales activity, bids, leads, and marketing initiatives.
* Take ownership of assigned projects and follow them through to completion.
We are looking for someone who:
* Is highly organized and pays attention to detail.
* Communicates clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers.
* Takes initiative rather than waiting to be told what to do.
* Can manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
* Is comfortable making phone calls and communicating directly with customers.
* Has strong follow-up skills.
* Is comfortable learning new software and technology.
* Has a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel.
* Has an interest in sales, marketing, manufacturing, or business development.
* Can work independently while also being a strong team member.
* Understands that accuracy and follow-through matter.
* Is willing to learn the signage and manufacturing business.
* 2+ years of experience in sales, marketing, customer service, business development, or a related position.
* Experience with government, municipal, DOT, or public-sector bids is a plus.
* Experience in manufacturing, construction, transportation, signage, or a related industry is a plus.
* Strong Excel and data-management skills are a plus.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field is preferred.
Within the first year, the successful candidate should be able to:
* Independently manage the company's bid calendar and opportunity tracking.
* Maintain accurate customer and prospect information.
* Consistently follow up on sales leads and customer opportunities.
* Assist with the preparation and submission of state and customer bids.
* Help maintain a consistent and professional marketing presence.
* Identify new customers, markets, and business opportunities.
* Become knowledgeable about Interstate SignWays' products, capabilities, customers, and manufacturing operation.
* Fulfill sales and marketing responsibilities.
This position is designed for someone who wants to build a career rather than simply fill a position.
We are looking for someone who wants to grow with Interstate SignWays.
* Established American manufacturer with a history dating back to 1959.
* Customers throughout the United States.
* Opportunity to work directly with company leadership and experienced sales professionals.
* Variety of responsibilities rather than a repetitive administrative position.
* Opportunity for advancement based on performance.
* Full-time Monday–Friday schedule.
* Competitive compensation and benefits.
**Interstate SignWays is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply.**
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
