Sales Coordinator (West Territory)
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Location:
(HIESA) ChicagoJob ID:
R0133104Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT & SOLUTIONS AMERICA LLCProfession (Job Category):
Sales Marketing & Product ManagementJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
Job Title: Sales Coordinator (West Territory)
Location: Elk Grove Village IL
Type: Regular full-time
Hours: Mon Fri 40 hours daily hours TBD
Department: Commercial Operations Sales Administration
Reports To: Sales Administration Direct-Channel Supervisor
Position Overview
We are an industrial equipment sales and service company serving customers across North Central and South America. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Sales Coordinator to support our sales team streamline order processing and ensure seamless communication between customers vendors and internal departments.
This role requires strong organizational skills and a customer-first mindset. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced business environment and is comfortable managing multiple priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Support & Coordination
- Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Americas sales team
- Prepare and process customer quotations sales orders and contracts. Track quotations to ensure orders are received and processed.
- Coordinate order fulfillment with production and warehouse teams and with 3rd party vendors
- Track order status and proactively communicate updates to customers and sales representatives
Customer Relationship Management
- Serve as a primary point of contact for customer inquiries regarding orders delivery timelines and documentation
- Maintain accurate customer records in CRM and ERP systems
- Assist in resolving customer issues including shipment discrepancies and billing questions
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Communicate with U.S. and Japan vendors to align on product specifications pricing and delivery schedules
- This position will work cross-functionally with most internal groups of the company including Sales Operations Business Accounting Technical Service and Import/Export
Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare export documentation including commercial invoices packing lists and certificates of origin
- Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and company policies
- Maintain organized records of sales transactions and customer communications
- Prepare import/export documentation as needed for international trade
Reporting & Analysis
- Generate regular reporting for orders received sales forecasts inventory and performance metrics
- Analyze sales data to identify trends and support strategic decision-making
- Assist in preparing presentations for internal and external stakeholders
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field
- 25 years of experience in sales coordination customer service or administrative support
- Experience working with SAP is preferred. Salesforce experience a plus.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint)
- Detail oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Key Competencies
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Time management and prioritization
- Cross-cultural communication and collaboration
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Customer-focused mindset
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Exposure to international business operations
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Discover how Hitachi Rail is connecting the future of mobility through integrated rail solutions, across rolling stock, signalling, digital technology and more.