About the Company: Illini: Illini is known as "The Idea Line" for developing unique products around major end-user markets, themes or uses.
Distributors count on Illini to deliver truly unique new ideas that their corporate, financial, real estate, school, church, automotive, medical, pharmaceutical, or non-profit (to name a few) customers will love.
Illini is also a leader in photo frames and photo related products perfect for corporate gift-giving, proms and weddings and photography businesses.
Through market research and listening to their customer's suggestions, Illini has developed a line of over 800 successful ideas and counting!
www.illiniline.com
This position would work closely with the VP of Sales in managing national accounts and regional sales managers.
An ideal candidate would be reliable and able to carry out tasks autonomously and collaboratively.
The position does require that when not traveling, the individual would commute each day to the office and work regular hours.
We are looking for an organized, highly detailed professional, who does not mind wearing a few hats at a time, especially during busy times.
Responsibilities: Collaborate with customer service and VP of Sales with regard to key account management and sales development.
Work with network of Independent Sales Representatives nationwide by handling inquiries as well as spearheading project development.
Distribute sales collateral and product sampling.
Attend and manage regional and national tradeshows including booth setup, sales and booth teardown.
Requirements: Bachelors degree from a four year college or university 2+ years of related experience in ad specialty industry preferred Strong interpersonal skills Ability to multi-task, set priorities, and resolve problems independently Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail EOE