Outside Sales Representative

Job Title: Account Development Executive - AK Location: Kenai, AK - Soldotna, AK - Sterling, AK THIS IS A OUTSIDE SALES ROLE: YOU MUST BE COMFORTABLE DRIVING 4 - 5 DAYS A WEEK Job Description We are seeking Account Development Executives to launch a new partnership program with local businesses in rural communities. This role involves working with businesses to establish partnerships that will help expand their operations and increase their income. Responsibilities + Travel within an assigned territory four days a week, working remotely when not traveling. + Visit prospective businesses door-to-door within targeted towns up to a two-hour driving distance. + Present and pitch the new program opportunity to prospective businesses, generating interest and guiding them through the application and vetting process. + Track lead activity and manage pipeline in Salesforce. + Support Field Manager in planning and hosting recruitment events in the community, such as lunch and learns, town hall meetings, and coffee chats. + Collaborate with the Field Manager to engage with local influencers like chambers of commerce and economic development associations. + Import Excel spreadsheets into Salesforce weekly. + Maintain and assign leads to the sales team, including prospecting for new leads and managing the flow of incoming leads. + Create and maintain sales reports and analyze lead data, including conversion rates and cost of leads. + Act as a liaison with other groups in the company to improve sales processes. Essential Skills + 1-2 years of prior field sales and/or customer service experience, including reporting, lead tracking, and list management. + Sales, customer service, outside sales, account management, field sales, field recruitment, and recruiting skills. + Exceptional customer service and communication skills. + Experience in roles involving sales and/or negotiation with customers is a plus. + Professionalism, enthusiasm for teamwork, and a high sense of urgency. + Attention to detail and problem-solving skills for field applicants. + Tech-savvy with intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience with systems like ACT!, Salesforce.com, or other SFA tools. + Online research experience. + Ability to be in the market for up to 8 hours daily. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Must reside in Kenai, AK, Soldotna, AK, or Sterling, AK. Work Environment The role involves 4-5 days in the field recruiting for partnerships. Employees are required to travel 4-5 days per week, working Monday to Friday during core business hours, and will return home every night. Reliable transportation is needed. The position offers uncapped commissions, expected to be around $14,000 per year for high performers, a $50 monthly phone bill reimbursement, and mileage reimbursement at 70 cents per mile. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Soldotna,AK. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on de.jobsyn.org (%View email address on de.jobsyn.org) for other accommodation options.