Sales Administrative Assistant

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Until 10/3/2026 First posted July 18, 2026 Last posted August 4, 2026
Job description

For 80 years, Murata Electronics has been a tireless innovator, committed to developing technologies that profoundly change the world around us. Our solutions are inside more state-of-the-art products than you may imagine. Additionally, we enable other global companies to turn their visions into reality – from mobile communications to computers and networking, medical devices to power solutions, smart home technologies to automotive electronics. Our past innovations drive today's technology – and our present innovations are shaping tomorrow's.

 

Whatever the future holds, you can be sure that Murata will be a part of it.

Why Consider This Job Opportunity

The position is responsible for assisting the Sales staff in the achievement of sales growth and customer satisfaction including processing and maintaining data, monitoring key data trends, and providing support for customer-related transactions. 

Workplace Policy

Hybrid from San Jose, California. 

What To Expect (Essential Job Responsibilities)

  • Maintains customer-specific information in applicable databases.
  • Maintains price administration for various systems and databases.
  • Provides sales administration support.
  • Tracks and manages product sample orders and product promotion activity.
  • Analyzes customer and sales data.

Miscellaneous Job Responsibilities

  • Enhances team effectiveness by providing information and management support.
  • Assists with training of new sales personnel on systems and procedures.
  • Handles office administration duties.
  • Performs other job-related responsibilities and duties as may be assigned from time to time.

What Is Required (Qualifications)

  • Some college coursework completed.
  • Related work experience, including customer service.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate proficiency in communication and effective collaboration.
  • Data management, analytical, business administration skills, adaptable, and ability to consistently handle changing conditions.
  • Facilitation skills to work with and among individuals from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds.
  • Time management, problem-solving, active listening skills, self-starter, taking initiative, and being proactive.

How To Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Education, or related field.  
  • Customer Service experience in the electronics Industry.
  • Bilingual – Japanese, Chinese, and English.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and Microsoft SharePoint Designer skills.

Other

Minimum Salary: $44,424.00

Maximum Salary:  $72,189.00

Perks

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous Paid Time Off including paid holidays and floating holidays.
  • 401(k) employer match on retirement planning.
  • Hybrid working schedule for eligible positions.
  • Tuition reimbursement on approved programs.
  • Flexible and health spending accounts.
  • Talent Development program.

Imagine the possibilities as a member of Murata's innovative global team.

                                                                Be an innovator - Join Murata!                                                                  
    Murata offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
    Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabilities/Veterans

About this role

Summary

Assist sales team by managing data, supporting customer transactions, and enhancing team efficiency.

Job title

Sales Administrative Assistant

Experience level

none

Industry

electronics

Location requirements

Hybrid from San Jose, California, remote work allowed.

Salary

$44k–$72k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Microsoft ExcelPowerPointWordcommunicationdata management

Preferred skills

bilingualadvanced ExcelSharePoint Designercustomer service in electronics

Specializations

customer servicedata managementsales supportadministration
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Jose, CA, USA

Hybrid City