Sales Support Associate

MRC Global serves the oil and gas industry across the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors as well as the chemical and gas distribution market sectors worldwide. Job Purpose Performs administrative, clerical, and data entry duties to support sales operations. Responsibilities Individual   must be able to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Contribute to the efficient and effective operation of their team or department   in order to   meet MRC Global   objectives . Establish and   maintain   relevant files and process incoming and outgoing mail. Answer incoming calls from customers and internal contacts, take messages, and follow up as   appropriate . Perform efficient and   accurate   data entry using MRC Global-specific software: may include purchase orders, sales orders,   expediting , sales quotes, buyouts, and/or direct shipments with vendor verification. Confirm accuracy of purchases with vendors, including shipping, billing, and customer support. Assist   with ongoing competitive analysis including the preparation of reports or other materials. Assist   with general office duties and related tasks, i.e., travel arrangements, expense reporting, copying, filing, and office supply orders. Establish excellent rapport with management, corporate employees, branch employees, vendors, and customers using written correspondence, proper phone etiquette, and other effective interpersonal skills. Take reasonable care for the safety and health of yourself and others. Report workplace hazards, injuries, or illnesses   immediately . Perform other duties or   projects as   assigned. Qualifications Any combination of requirements   that   provides   the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform essential duties   and   responsibilities   will be considered. High school diploma or GED (General Education Degree) . Two   years   of   experience   working in a business office . Experience or the ability to learn   purchasing   systems,   RAZOR ,   and other MRC Global-specific software . Ability to   maintain   strict confidentiality (specifically   regarding   department,   contracts ,   and original cost of material), to prioritize multiple tasks, and to work independently and as part of a team . Demonstrated Proficiency   with and   accuracy in using MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook . Ability to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime. Additional Qualifications Must have the ability to provide documentation verifying legal work status . Ability to read and speak the English language proficiently   in order to   communicate with others, understand and interpret safety instructions, and respond to inquiries . Ability to understand and   comply with   MRC guidelines and expectations,   including   Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest guidelines. Working Conditions For position-specific details   regarding   the physical and mental demands and working conditions, contact Human Resources. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. California Employee Data Collection Notice