Description Robert Half is seeking a Sales Assistant for our client in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this role you will be handling a variety of tasks that contribute to the smooth operations of our sales department. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Responsibilities • Engage in customer interaction, schedule walkthroughs, and understand job scope through telephone or email communication • Execute complex projects and multi-task effectively • Showcase excellent organizational skills, managing and maintaining accurate customer records • Display creativity and the ability to flourish with minimal guidance • Utilize proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint for various tasks • Create estimates by outlining job scope with extensive details and building groups for job execution and costing purposes • Follow up on open quotes, contact customers to final resolution and document reasons for losses • Audit work orders upon job completion, process and clean up employee hours on tickets • Demonstrate superior presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal • Exhibit tact and diplomacy in all business interactions Requirements • Proficiency in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software • Ability to efficiently handle and answer inbound calls • Solid understanding of buying processes and their implementation • Exceptional customer service skills with an emphasis on customer satisfaction • Proven ability to resolve customer service issues promptly and effectively • Experience in order entry, ensuring accuracy and timeliness • Knowledge in logistics and distribution processes, coordinating effectively for smooth operations Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. Apply today! TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .