Sales Operations Specialist I

McCormick & Company, Inc. is a global leader in the spice and specialty flavor industry, seeking a full-time Sales Operations Specialist I to support their North America Flavor Solutions team. The role involves coordinating internal and external sales activities, managing trade shows, and ensuring effective use of Salesforce to improve customer interactions and internal processes. Responsibilities Coordinate execution of customer agreements across McCormick’s North American Flavor Group including, but not limited to NDA’s, MSA’s, Code of Conduct, Sustainability Ensure effective and efficient use of Salesforce across the North American Flavor Group including training, data accuracy & analytics for reporting and dashboarding Partner with cross-functional team members at McCormick USA, Brand Aromatics & McFONA on special projects to drive continuous improvement Project Entry utilizing standard operating procedures Lead the end-to-end management of trade show exhibitors and sponsors, including relationship building, contract negotiations, space selection, and sponsorship renewals Oversee planning and execution of event experiences, floor plans, activations, and marketing opportunities in partnership with sales to maximize exhibitor and sponsor exposure Fulfill and track sponsorship benefits, manage budgets, and deliver post-show ROI reporting while driving innovation in event planning and management Skills BA in Business/Marketing/Technology or related discipline OR Experience in relevant business areas such as sales operations, sales enablement, Project Coordination, or customer service. B2B and/or Flavor Industry Proven track record of building relationships & working effectively in a team-based environment, collaborating x-functionally, and building alignment around goals and objectives Strong Analytical & Organizations Skills Detail-oriented with high-energy, and excellent organizational skills Great communicator & listener Problem-solving while working within established processes and timelines Leadership - Ability to motivate others to achieve results and to deliver against commitments without formal authority Decision Making: Exercises discretion regarding data and sources, analytic conclusions, and smaller strategic recommendations BA in Business/Marketing/Technology or related field Flavor Industry experience preferred System savvy (SAP, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Salesforce CRM, HubSpot) Benefits 401k Health insurance Paid time off Competitive compensation Career growth opportunities Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness Tuition assistance Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans Company Overview McCormick manufactures, markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments & other flavorful products to the entire food industry. It was founded in 1889, and is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is