Associate Sales Executive

Sodexo; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Associate Sales Executive to support business growth in the education sector. This remote role involves identifying opportunities, fostering client relationships, and contributing to sales through effective practices. Ideal for a self-starter eager to learn the sales cycle while receiving mentorship and career development.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in sales, business development, or customer service.

Responsibilities

• Support new business development by identifying opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop proposals and presentations.
• Execute outreach strategies using CRM and data tools.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Bachelor’s degree in marketing

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality

Bachelor’s degree in facilities management

Job description

Join to apply for the Associate Sales Executive role at Sodexo.

This is a remote role with 50-70% travel, ideally based in the North Eastern United States.

This entry-level position is perfect for a passionate self-starter eager to learn the full sales cycle, from lead generation to closing, while building meaningful client relationships in the education sector. The Associate Sales Executive will support business growth by identifying opportunities, understanding client needs, and delivering tailored solutions that improve the student and faculty experience at prestigious boarding schools. This role emphasizes learning, mentorship, and career development, providing a solid foundation for advancement within a dynamic organization.

What You'll Do

• Support new business development by identifying opportunities, fostering relationships, and contributing to growth through effective sales practices.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop proposals and presentations that address client pain points and showcase value.
• Execute outreach strategies using CRM and data tools to identify prospects and build a sales funnel.
• Participate in industry events to generate leads and stay informed on trends.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, hospitality, facilities management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in sales, business development, or customer service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to conduct prospecting, cold outreach, and qualifying conversations.
• Basic understanding of consultative selling principles.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to learn about complex service solutions.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of functional experience.