Marketing, Sales, and Promotions Associate

The Catalyst Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly pay with bonuses

Advancement opportunities

Team outings & travel opportunities

Mentorship & leadership development

Job summary

The Catalyst Corporation is seeking an Entry Level Marketing Promotions Associate in Chicago to learn fundamentals of customer acquisition, brand representation, and campaign management. You’ll work closely with experienced team leaders to develop professional communication, leadership, and business skills.

This role offers paid training, weekly pay with performance bonuses, clear advancement opportunities into leadership roles, and a collaborative, energetic culture with travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Represent client brands through face-to-face marketing and promotional campaigns.
• Engage with customers and provide information on products, services, and promotions.
• Support daily sales and customer acquisition efforts.
• Participate in event coordination and territory planning initiatives.
• Learn and apply effective marketing and communication strategies.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve campaign and performance goals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Coachable

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Catalyst Corporation is growing, and we’re looking for motivated individuals ready to launch a long-term career in marketing, sales, and leadership development. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy working with people, and want real opportunities for advancement, this could be the perfect fit.

Who We Are

At The Catalyst Corporation, we specialize in direct marketing, customer engagement, and brand promotions for nationally recognized clients. Our team focuses on building meaningful customer relationships through face-to-face interactions, live promotional campaigns, and retail marketing strategies. We believe in promoting from within and developing future leaders through hands-on experience and mentorship.

About the Role

As an Entry Level Marketing Promotions Associate, you’ll work directly with experienced team leaders to learn the fundamentals of customer acquisition, brand representation, and campaign management. This role is designed for individuals looking to gain practical experience while developing professional communication, leadership, and business skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent client brands through face-to-face marketing and promotional campaigns
• Engage with customers and provide information on products, services, and promotions
• Support daily sales and customer acquisition efforts
• Participate in event coordination and territory planning initiatives
• Learn and apply effective marketing and communication strategies
• Collaborate with team members to achieve campaign and performance goals

Training & Development Includes:

• Customer engagement and direct marketing techniques
• Sales presentations and promotional strategy
• Leadership development and team management skills
• Business operations and campaign coordination
• Public speaking and professional communication training

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive, driven, and coachable attitude
• Competitive mindset with a desire to grow professionally
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Interest in marketing, sales, leadership, or business development

What We Offer:

• Paid training and ongoing mentorship
• Weekly pay with performance-based bonuses
• Clear advancement opportunities into leadership roles
• Team outings, networking events, and travel opportunities
• Energetic and supportive company culture
• Hands-on experience with nationally recognized brands