Outside Sales Representative - Lake Forest, IL

 If you consider yourself outgoing, enjoy working in sales, are an active member of your community, and desire flexibility for a work-life balance, Welcome Wagon is the place for you!  Come join an iconic American Company that is the leader in the new mover marketing industry and has been in business since 1928. We are America's Welcoming Service!

We are looking for dynamic individuals with experience selling to local small businesses to join our team as Outside Sales Representatives or Community Marketing Executives (CME). 

The Community Marketing Executive is an independent contractor, commission-only position. It offers UNLIMITED income potential! You work a flexible schedule from home AND/OR out in the field (recommended) in your local territory. You will sell consultative advertising including Direct Mail, Digital Marketing, and Online Media programs within your local market.

The CME Responsibilities: 

• Lead Generation – Identify potential clients through different sources, such as but not limited to cold calls, emails, networking, or door-pulling.
• Sales Consultations – Align value propositions with customer pain points to sell product/service presenting a tailored marketing solution.
• Relationship Building –  Cultivate strong connections with local businesses and stay in contact with customers, recommending new products and services that may interest them. 
• Market Insights –  Stay informed about local trends and competition.
• Effective Communication – Maintain accurate sales activity records, collaborate with your team leader, and create successful sales.
• Work independently from the comfort of your own home AND/OR out on the field (recommended) in your assigned local community or territory within your city and state.

Desired Qualifications: 

• The ideal candidate will have prior experience in selling to small businesses (B2B) or a related field
• 1-2 years of outside sales or phone sales experience is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to function well in fast-paced environments
• Computer literacy and proficiency: video conferencing (Zoom), Gmail, G Suite, Electronic signature software, and CRM use.
• Valid Driver’s License, Motor Vehicle Insurance and passing Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and Background check.  
• Agree that compensation is commission-only and based on sales results

What We offer: 

• Uncapped Commission - 100% unlimited commission-only income
• Bonuses, Sales Incentives & Other prizes
• Protected territory (exclusivity in your geographic area)
• Paid product/sales orientation & support from team leaders and management 
• Work independently from the comfort of your own home and out on the field 
• Opportunity to win annual trip when becoming part of the Sales Leadership Club
• Opportunity to mentor, grow your business, earn commissions on sales of your mentees
• This role can be performed entirely from home and does not require travel out on the field if candidate is not able to.

About Welcome Wagon: 

Welcome Wagon is the leader in the new mover marketing industry since 1928! We welcome new families into their homes by providing them with introductions to local businesses.  We give local businesses the opportunity to access a sophisticated marketing solution at a competitive price.  Our mission is to make new movers feel welcome in the community.  We want them to trust and recognize Welcome Wagon as an invaluable resource of recommendations and information.  

• 96 years in business
• 4+ star rating on Trustpilot
• Better Business Bureau® Accredited Business
• https://welcomewagon.com/careers/

Job Type:  Contractor, flexible hours, work from home. 

Job Availability: Start immediately

Salary: $30,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year, commission-only