Community Sales Specialist

Community Sales Specialist

We are seeking a motivated and self-driven Community Sales Specialist to support advertising sales and community partnership growth. This role focuses on building long-term relationships with local businesses and organizations while helping them increase visibility through community newsletters and a digital resource platform. This is a relationship-based sales role centered on helping local businesses connect with their communities through ongoing advertising and marketing opportunities. The position begins with a guaranteed weekly base for the first 90 days before transitioning into a full commission structure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prospect and connect with local businesses and community organizations
• Conduct in-person and remote consultations to present advertising opportunities
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Educate clients on marketing options within newsletters and digital platforms
• Develop and manage a pipeline of new business opportunities
• Meet and exceed sales goals and performance expectations
• Collaborate with internal team members to ensure smooth campaign execution
• Research and identify prospective clients within assigned territories
• Follow up with clients to maintain engagement and drive renewals
• Represent the company in a professional, community-focused manner

Compensation Structure:

• First 90 days: $700/week salary
• After 90 days: transition to full commission role (uncapped earning potential)

Qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and integrity
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based and remote-capable sales environment
• Ability to build rapport quickly and maintain relationships
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
• Strong follow-through and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Sales or customer-facing experience preferred but not required

Additional Information:

• Flexible schedule outside of weekly team meeting
• Full-time and part-time flexibility available
• Field-based / remote-capable role across Metro-Detroit communities
• Opportunity to build long-term client partnerships rather than one-time sales
• Supportive, small-team environment focused on community impact

Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.