Sales Associate

smartdept. inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A creative agency in Ontario is seeking a driven Part-Time Sales Associate to generate new business and support social media initiatives. Responsibilities include sourcing leads, attending networking events, and leveraging digital tools. Ideal candidates will have sales experience, strong communication skills, and reside in Ontario. Offering a flexible, part-time position with commission-based compensation.

Qualifications

• Previous sales, business development, or account management experience.
• Resident of Ontario, Canada, with reliable transportation.
• Proficiency with digital collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source and qualify new business leads.
• Attend networking events and meetings within Ontario.
• Collaborate on outreach strategies via digital platforms.
• Support social media presence, especially on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Skills

Sales or business development experience

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with digital tools

Tools

Notion

Slack

LinkedIn

Sales Navigator

Outlook

Google Suite

Instagram

Job description

smartdept. is searching for a Part-Time Sales Associate for a creative agency client located in Ontario, Canada. The ideal candidate will have previous sales or business development experience, preferably in the creative or digital industries. This is a part-time, onsite/hybrid opportunity, requiring 20–25 hours per week, with a compensation structure of 10% commission on new business.

The Sales Associate will focus on generating new business leads, supporting social media initiatives, and representing the company at networking events and in-person meetings. The role is perfect for someone who is driven, outgoing, and tech-savvy, with a knack for building relationships and leveraging digital tools.

What You’ll Do

• Proactively source, engage, and qualify new business leads to grow the client base
• Attend in-person networking events and meetings (must be able to drive and travel within Ontario)
• Collaborate with the team to execute outreach strategies via LinkedIn, Sales Navigator, and other platforms
• Support social media presence, especially Instagram and LinkedIn, by sharing insights and promoting the brand
• Maintain accurate records of sales activity using Notion, Slack, Outlook, and Google Suite
• Represent Deadline Creative in a professional, enthusiastic manner both online and offline

What You’ll Need

Education/Experience:

• Previous sales, business development, or account management experience (creative/digital industry preferred)
• Resident of Ontario, Canada, with reliable transportation
• Proficiency with Notion, Slack, LinkedIn, Sales Navigator, Outlook, Google Suite, and Instagram
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter who is comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience attending or coordinating networking events
• Creative industry background or passion for marketing/design
• Familiarity with CRM or sales tracking tools