Cannabis Advertising Sales Representative

Sumner Communications, Inc., is hiring immediately. We are currently looking for self-motivated, experienced sales representatives with extensive background in the cannabis industry.

We are looking for an aggressive and experienced closer to join our advertising team in Shelton, CT. As a Media Sales Representative, you will generate prospective customers and close sales through cold calling. You will use your knowledge of the Hemp industry to expand prospecting lists and client base. If you are motivated, entrepreneurial and can sell advertising, this is the job for you.

What you will do:

• Ideal candidate will attain and exceed sales goals by prospecting and closing new accounts.

• Create and Manage your own opportunities and territory. Use online and offline sources to cultivate new leads, develop and maintain your territory.

• Identify and build relationships to expand market penetration and increase opportunity pipeline

• Achieve and consistently exceed monthly sales goals.

• Continue to improve sales strategies based on market research and competitor analysis

We Require:

• 2-3 years of sales/phone sales experience in the legal Hemp or CBD industry.

• Proven track record of successfully meeting sales quotas preferably over the phone

• Track record of success in a quota-carrying sales role focused on new business acquisition

• Excellent Communication, Presentation and Prospecting Skills.

• 2+ years Experience with selling Hemp based products legally.

• Experience with B2B direct phone sales a plus.

• Excellent Presentation and other consultative selling skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook tools.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

The position is results-driven, which means we reward our top performers. We offer a Base salary commensurate with experience + uncapped commissions. Paid training * Professional growth opportunities * Access to all of the amenities at the Park, which include: multiple fitness facilities, five casual cafés, il Palio fine dining restaurant, two shared conference rooms, and a 200-person auditorium with video conferencing capabilities, a daycare center, Aqua Salon & Spa, a basketball court, tennis court, and much more.

To apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your previous experience, how it applies to the position, and why you are interested in this opportunity and Sumner Communications. The position is located in our Shelton, CT office. Hours are from 9:00 to 5:00pm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay
• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Shelton, CT 06484: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• In a few words, tell us why you are interested in this job at Sumner Communications.

Experience:

• Cold calling Phone Sales: 3 years (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No