B2B Sales Representative

About the Opportunity

Akalade is seeking motivated individuals to join our sales and marketing team. This role offers hands-on training, ongoing mentorship, and opportunities to develop sales, customer service, communication, and leadership skills.

Previous sales experience is not required. We provide training and ongoing support to help new team members learn our sales processes and effectively serve customers.

Responsibilities

• Engage with small business owners and customers through in-person, lead-based outreach.
• Provide professional customer service and support.
• Educate customers about available products, services, and promotions.
• Answer customer questions and address customer concerns.
• Recommend products or solutions based on customer needs.
• Work toward individual and team performance goals.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and positive customer experience.
• Participate in training, coaching, and professional development activities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-focused approach and professional demeanor.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Retail, hospitality, customer service, sales, or related experience is a plus but not required.
• Willingness to learn new skills and receive coaching.
• Ability to meet the travel and transportation requirements of the position.

What We Offer

• Training and ongoing mentorship.
• Base compensation of $33,280–$80,000 per year.
• Commission opportunities in accordance with the applicable compensation plan.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives, where applicable.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement.
• Networking events and professional development opportunities.
• Travel opportunities related to networking, training, or business activities.
• Supportive team environment.

Career Development

Successful team members may have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and advance into leadership or management roles based on business needs, performance, qualifications, and available opportunities.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who:

• Are eager to develop skills in sales, marketing, communication, and customer service.
• Are motivated to achieve professional goals.
• Are comfortable interacting with a wide range of customers and business owners.
• Are interested in developing a long-term career.
• Are willing to learn and receive feedback.
• Can represent the company professionally in customer-facing settings.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Akalade is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration consistent with applicable law.

Apply Today

If you are interested in developing a career in sales and marketing and would like to receive hands-on training and professional development opportunities, we encourage you to apply.

Qualified applicants will be contacted regarding next steps in the hiring process.

Pay: $33,280.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person