Event Representative

Altice USA; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,791 - 67,013; Full time

Job summary

Optimum in Wall Township, NJ is seeking an Event Representative to drive market engagement, build community relationships, and deliver sales at local events. You will act as a brand ambassador, fostering strong ties with customers, prospects and partners while achieving sales goals and uncovering new opportunities that benefit both the community and Optimum.

The role focuses on coordinating events, forming partnerships, and meeting targets, with flexibility for evenings and weekends and a

Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred.
• Experience in event coordination, sales, or community outreach.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and sales skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and represent the company at local events, community meetings, and networking functions to foster strong relationships with community leaders that result in sales.
• Identify and develop partnerships in coordination with Area Marketing with local organizations, businesses, and influencers to promote brand visibility and community involvement.
• Accountable for sales goals as defined with local leadership team.
• Plan and execute market-specific initiatives, including sponsorships, pop-up events, MDU events and community outreach campaigns (end-to-end).
• Conduct activities, including prospecting, qualifying leads, and closing deals to meet or exceed individual and market sales targets.
• Engage with existing customers to identify needs and recommend tailored solutions, focusing on promoting company products and services. Escalate any CX issues to the appropriate team (i.e. Retention, Field Ops).
• Serve as a point of contact for potential and existing customers locally, ensuring a seamless and positive sales experience during community outreach events.
• Serve as a resource for local teams, providing guidance on market trends, customer engagement strategies, and operational efficiencies.
• Support new employee training and onboarding efforts related to sales and community engagement.
• Collaborate with regional and corporate leadership to align initiatives and share best practices.
• Report the success of community events using KPIs such as interactions, leads, and sales.
• Ensure all events are properly staffed, equipped, and aligned with brand standards.
• Maintain accurate records of event activities and customer interactions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Sales skills

Communication

Time management

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Communications

Job description

Are you looking to optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today! We are Optimum, a leader in the fast‑paced world of connectivity, and we’re on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isn’t just a luxury any more – it’s a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you’ll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high‑speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected.

Job Summary

The Event Representative is a dynamic role which is responsible for driving market engagement, building community relationships, and delivering sales by connecting with customers and stakeholders at community events. The Event Representative will act as a brand ambassador, fostering strong relationships with customers, prospects and community partners, while leveraging events to achieve sales goals and identify new engagement opportunities that benefit both the community and Optimum.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and represent the company at local events, community meetings, and networking functions to foster strong relationships with community leaders that result in sales.
• Identify and develop partnerships in coordination with Area Marketing with local organizations, businesses, and influencers to promote brand visibility and community involvement.
• Accountable for sales goals as defined with local leadership team.
• Plan and execute market‑specific initiatives, including sponsorships, pop‑up events, MDU events and community outreach campaigns (end‑to‑end).
• Conduct activities, including prospecting, qualifying leads, and closing deals to meet or exceed individual and market sales targets.
• Engage with existing customers to identify needs and recommend tailored solutions, focusing on promoting company products and services. Escalate any CX issues to the appropriate team (i.e. Retention, Field Ops).
• Serve as a point of contact for potential and existing customers locally, ensuring a seamless and positive sales experience during community outreach events.
• Serve as a resource for local teams, providing guidance on market trends, customer engagement strategies, and operational efficiencies.
• Support new employee training and onboarding efforts related to sales and community engagement.
• Collaborate with regional and corporate leadership to align initiatives and share best practices.
• Report the success of community events using key performance indicators (KPIs) such as interactions, leads, and sales.
• Ensure all events are properly staffed, equipped, and aligned with brand standards.
• Maintain accurate records of event activities and customer interactions.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in event coordination, sales, or community outreach.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and sales skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to walk and stand for extended periods during events; ability to move equipment, supplies and materials to set up events; reliable personal vehicle (where applicable), valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.

Additional Information

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Pay is competitive and based on a number of job‑related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $40,791.00–$67,013.00 per year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Please note that at this time, we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.