Direct Sales Representative

Markato; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive earnings with incentives

Coaching and leadership development

Job summary

Markato in Chicago is expanding its team and seeking ambitious, people-focused Direct Sales Representatives. You will represent brands at live events, engage customers in person to drive sales, and deliver compelling product presentations and brand messaging.

Training is provided, with a clear path to leadership roles. Join a high-energy team with performance-based incentives and a supportive environment that values initiative and relationship building.

Qualifications

• Entry-level friendly with full training provided.
• Experience with client engagement and CRM is a plus.
• Strong communication and product-presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent brands at live events, pop-ups, and promotional campaigns.
• Engage customers face-to-face to drive sales and acquisition.
• Deliver compelling product presentations and brand messaging.
• Build strong relationships with new customers and clients.
• Meet and exceed individual and team sales targets / KPIs.
• Collaborate with a high-energy, performance-driven team.

Skills

CRM engagement

Sales presentations

Communication skills

Negotiation & closing

KPI-driven

Time management

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Job description

Chicago, IL

We’re expanding our Chicago team and looking for ambitious, people-focused individuals to join us as Direct Sales Representatives. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy face-to-face interactions, and want a clear path to career progression, this could be the opportunity for you.

We specialize in delivering high-impact, event-based campaigns that connect brands directly with their audiences. Our approach is simple: build genuine connections, drive customer acquisition, and deliver measurable results.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Representing brands at live events, pop-ups, and promotional campaigns
• Engaging with customers face-to-face to drive sales and customer acquisition
• Delivering compelling product presentations and brand messaging
• Building strong relationships with new customers and clients
• Meeting and exceeding individual and team sales targets / KPIs
• Collaborating with a high-energy team in a performance-driven environment

Skills & Experience

• Client Engagement / Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
• Sales Presentations & Product Demonstrations
• Communication Skills (Verbal & Interpersonal)
• Negotiation & Closing Skills
• Target-Driven / KPI-Oriented Performance
• Time Management & Organizational Skills
• Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments
• Problem-Solving & Customer Handling

(Entry-level candidates are welcome—full training provided.)

What We Offer

• Competitive earnings with performance-based incentives
• Ongoing coaching in sales, communication, and leadership development
• Clear progression opportunities into team leadership and management roles
• A vibrant, social, and supportive team environment
• Hands-on experience in events, marketing, and brand campaigns

Who We’re Looking For

You’re confident, motivated, and enjoy working with people. You’re someone who takes initiative, embraces challenges, and is excited by the idea of building a career in sales and business development.