Sales Specialist

Influence-Marketing-fc688bbd; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Influence Marketing is seeking a part-time Sales Specialist to enhance brand presence and drive sales inside Best Buy locations. You will build relationships with shoppers and store associates, refresh product displays, and educate staff on the latest offerings.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 6 months of sales experience (electronics preferred), strong communication skills, and the ability to travel and work Fridays through Sundays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education preferred.
• Minimum 6 months of sales experience; electronics sales preferred.
• Ability to engage, demonstrate, and ask for the sale.
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Impeccable integrity and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations.
• High energy and thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
• Availability to work Friday to Sunday is required.
• Own a smartphone with data plan; stipends provided for data.
• Must have reliable transportation and, in some markets, a car.
• Possess a valid passport and ability to travel to the US.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and refresh product displays.
• Build partnerships with store staff and shoppers.
• Educate retail associates on the latest offerings.
• Ensure brand standards are maintained across displays and marketing materials.
• Participate in training and merchandising activities.
• Receive incentives based on sales performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

High energy

Availability Fri-Sun

Smartphone with data

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Sales SpecialistThe Sales Specialist will be responsible for building relationships and brand awareness and increasing sales inside Best Buy stores on behalf of our client.

The ideal candidate is a \"people-person\" who can cultivate relationships and build excitement about the client's brand and products. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to create thoughtful and positive interactions with both store associates and prospective customers alike. The Sales Specialist will leverage relationships to aid in selling, training, and merchandising products throughout the specified market. All product training will be provided, we just need you to bring your personality and positive energy.

Day-in-the-Life as a Sales Specialist

• Work period for your shift is Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
• Maintain and refresh the product displays
• Build partnerships and trust with key stakeholders inside of stores, including shoppers and retail associates
• Leverage relationship building to educate retail associates on the latest offerings
• Ensure clients' retail brand standards are maintained by regularly inspecting all Sales displays and marketing
• Incentives will be provided based on designated sales goal performance for client's products

Details:

• The job is PT during the day
• The start dates are slated for the week of Sept 28, and are dependent on the installation of the client's fixtures
• Work will be weekly: Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Post-secondary education is preferred.
• A minimum of 6 months' experience in sales; electronics sales experience is preferred.
• Ability to engage, demonstrate, and ask for the sale.
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Impeccable integrity and a genuine commitment to exceeding customer expectations.
• High energy and thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
• Availability to work Friday to Sunday is required.
• Own a smartphone with data plan. Sales Reps will be provided a stipend for data
• Ability to stand, walk around, reach, pickup, bend, grab, up to 20lbs occasionally, with continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation (Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
• Certain markets require the representative to have a car. Must have reliable transportation to arrive on time for scheduled visits, in remaining markets.
• Possess a valid passport
• Have ability to travel to the US

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive, weekly pay
• Hourly pay starting at $25+ per hour, based on location and candidate experience
• Paid training is completed online or at home via a computer or mobile device
• Partial mobile data plan reimbursement
• Opportunities for continued program work and advancement
• Exciting work environment to showcase your customer service and salesman skills
• Share and learn with ongoing training and development
• A consistent schedule to enable a work/life balance

Why Join Us?

At Influence Marketing, we believe great work starts with great people. We are committed to building an environment where collaboration thrives, innovation is encouraged, and every employee has the opportunity to grow personally and professionally. When you join our team, you're not just taking a job-you're becoming part of a culture that values creativity, excellence, and making lasting impressions.

As a long-standing partner with clients in the consumer electronics sector, we provide talent who personally connect with our consumers by inspiring participation, creating a memorable brand experience, and influencing future purchase decisions to form forever customers.

Pay Transparency Statement

We are committed to transparency in our hiring process. The listed salary range reflects what the company is willing to pay for this role, based on skills, experience, and market data.

AI Disclosure

Use of Artificial Intelligence by Recruiters and Hiring Managers

• At Influence Retail Services Inc. (2025) and Influence Marketing Services Inc., people are at the center of our recruitment process. While we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for limited administrative purposes (such as writing creative outreach messages, summarizing interview notes or transcribing reference checks),AI is never the decision maker.
• Resumes and candidate information are personally reviewed by our recruiters and/or hiring manager, and all hiring decisions are made by people who bring judgment, care, and expertise to each match. If any recruitment process involves a greater degree of AI use during an interview or assessment, we will communicate that to short-listed candidates, so they are aware in advance.

Use of Artificial Intelligence - by Candidates

• We recognize that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support their job search, for example, to refine their writing style or gather research. While this can be appropriate, the information you provide in your resume, screening questions, and interviews must always betruthfuland accurately reflect your own experience, knowledge, and competencies.
• AI should never be used to create or exaggerate credentials. Our goal is to understand thereal you- your skills, your story, and your potential - so that we can make the best possible match between you and our company.