[Remote] Sales Assistant at Planet Technologies

United States

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Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Communications, Public Administration, or a related field (preferred but not required)
3+ years of experience in sales support/sales, proposal coordination, contract administration, or program management
Experience working with SharePoint, Teams, and Planner (preferred)
Expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (required)
Familiarity with government and commercial contracting processes, including managing contract vehicles
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Coordinating meetings with VP and potential clients in a timely manner
Assist in coordinating on task tracking for sales opportunities
Create SOW templates and processes to work with SMEs on developing what services will be delivered
Assist in coordinating and submitting responses to customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), ensuring all requirements are met and deadlines are achieved
Review scopes of work to ensure alignment with company standards, policies, and contractual obligations
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure all document requirements for project setup
Manage and maintain special contract vehicles, ensuring compliance and timely renewals
Regularly review procurement portals and bid sites to identify new opportunities and route them to the appropriate internal staff
Maintain accurate proposals, contracts, and compliance documentation
Filter and route bid site opportunities based on company capabilities
Produce recurring and ad-hoc reports for business operations
Track technical conversations and learn high-level technical information and products in the Microsoft eco-system

Skills

Planet Technologies

Microsoft consulting and training services provider

About Planet Technologies

Planet Technologies specializes in providing Microsoft consulting services to both public sector and commercial organizations. Their team of experts supports a variety of Microsoft products, including Office 365, CRM, SharePoint, System Center, SQL, and Windows operating systems. They focus on understanding the specific business missions of their clients and integrating technology into long-term strategic plans. This company stands out from competitors due to its exclusive focus on Microsoft technologies and its strong partnership with Microsoft, which is reflected in their numerous certifications and a highly skilled team of over 150 Microsoft consultants. The goal of Planet Technologies is to enhance productivity for their clients by ensuring that their staff is well-trained and effectively utilizing their Microsoft Enterprise Agreement investments.

Germantown, MarylandHeadquarters

1997Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, EducationIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Group Health Plans

Flex Spending Account

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

401K

Short Term/Long Term Disability Plans

MetLife Workplace Voluntary Employee Paid Benefits

MetLife Legal Plan

Verizon Wireless Phone Plan Discounts

Smart Dollar Program

Pet Insurance

Risks

Over-reliance on Microsoft technologies poses a risk if Microsoft's strategy changes.

Rapid technological changes may outpace Planet's ability to keep staff trained.

Focus on public sector clients exposes Planet to risks from government budget cuts.

Differentiation

Planet Technologies is a leading provider of Microsoft consulting services.

The company has advanced certifications, including five gold and ten silver competencies.

Planet Technologies is recognized as a Microsoft Cloud and Security Partner of the Year.

Upsides

Increased demand for hybrid cloud solutions aligns with Planet Technologies' cloud expertise.

Growing interest in AI-driven business intelligence tools enhances Planet's service offerings.

Rising importance of cybersecurity boosts Planet's recognition as a security leader.

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