
Open Position
Professional Sales and Executive Assistant to CEO
Location: St Louis Park, MN (in-office)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We are seeking a motivated and highly organized Professional Sales Individual/Executive Assistant to join our growing team. In this multifaceted role, you will provide executive-level support to the CEO and Design Director while taking an active role in sales growth and client engagement, particularly through trade shows and key market events. This role blends a hands-on sales focus with administrative excellence — ideal for someone who enjoys managing details, building relationships, and driving business opportunities. The successful candidate will be resourceful, detail-oriented, and energized in fast-paced, client-facing environments.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide proactive strategic and administrative support to the CEO and Design Director, assisting with day-to-day tasks, project coordination, and operational follow-through.
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Actively participate in sales efforts, with a particular emphasis on trade shows and customer engagement: ◦ Plan and coordinate trade show logistics, booth setup, and marketing materials.
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Represent the company at trade shows — engaging attendees, presenting product lines, and selling directly to customers and partners.
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Generate and follow up on leads, capture orders, and strengthen customer relationships.
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Collaborate with leadership on sales planning and go-to-market initiatives.
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Manage item setups and product data accuracy across internal systems and external partners.
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Oversee project timelines, ensuring all sales and product development tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
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Partner with internal teams and factories to ensure seamless coordination from product development through customer delivery.
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Monitor and analyze trade show and sales results, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree required.
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3+ years of experience in sales, account management, or project management; direct sales and trade show experience required.
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Proven ability to engage customers, understand needs, and close sales in a professional setting.
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Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable representing the company in a client-facing capacity.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint); CRM experience a plus.
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Highly adaptable with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
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Willingness to travel as needed for trade shows and sales events.
Why Join Us:
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Join a growing, entrepreneurial company where your sales contributions directly impact company success.
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Opportunity to work closely with leadership and gain hands-on experience in both executive support and business development.
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Dynamic, fast-paced work environment with competitive salary and full benefits package including 401K and Profit Sharing
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Play a visible role in driving sales growth and building lasting customer relationships.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Mollie.Bosman@mukitchen.com

