Sales Associate

Position: Sales Associate
Location: Smyrna, GA
Starting Pay: $65K. Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Responsibilities:

• Achieve consistent sales activities related to new client development for all assigned events and territories.
• Maintain daily records of outreach and client engagement, contributing to monthly, quarterly, and annual sales performance metrics.
• Meet or exceed sales goals and objectives by executing outbound sales, U.S. Pavilion sales, and event sales for exhibit space, sponsorships, and marketing opportunities.
• Assist in the facilitation of operations (sales orders) for U.S. Pavilions at assigned events.
• Provide high-level customer service for exhibitors before, during, and after events, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
• Communicate sales and marketing progress with management and relevant global and domestic show teams.
• Maintain effective relationships with diverse groups under high-pressure situations to ensure client retention.
• Travel as required, including potential international assignments, to attend events and meet with clients.
• Anticipate problems and opportunities, taking initiative to follow through quickly and independently.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required; one to three years of related experience in sales or a combination of education and experience.
• Experience in tradeshow sales, sponsorship, or customer service is a plus.
• Knowledge of international events and trade shows is beneficial.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
• Experience with CRM systems, particularly Salesforce or similar, preferred.
• Strong business acumen, strategic agility, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel (including internationally); must possess a valid U.S. passport with no restrictions.

Essential Functions:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Must be able to move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, and supplies.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a copier, scanner, and printer.
• Frequently communicates with customers and team members—must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must be able to travel up to 25-35% of the time, including internationally.

Work Environment:

• Work is primarily performed in an office setting, with occasional travel to trade shows, client sites, and international destinations.
• Often work indoors but may sometimes work remotely or travel to various locations.
• Occasionally exposed to distracting noise levels typical in event and tradeshow environments.
• Work near others and often share the same workspace.

Benefits:

• Health Coverage Access
• Referral Program

Background Check and Drug Screening:
 To the extent permitted by law, passing consumer (drug screening and/or background check) report inquiries may be necessary for employment purposes.

About Us:
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