- Work Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week)
- Location: Remote
About the Company
We are working with a local community magazine focused on connecting local businesses with their community through advertising opportunities. The company is seeking a proactive Outbound Sales Specialist to help drive revenue growth by identifying prospective advertisers and securing sales appointments.
This role will work closely with the Business Owner and serve as a hands‑on operational partner. In addition to outbound sales outreach, you’ll help coordinate publication materials and support day‑to‑day tasks that keep the business moving forward.
Our Culture & Strategy:
We’re looking for someone who is proactive, organized, and comfortable working independently. The ideal candidate can confidently engage prospective advertisers over the phone, stay on top of daily priorities, and communicate regularly with the Business Owner to keep outreach and operations on track.
Responsibilities
- Outbound Lead Generation: Conduct outbound cold calls to prospective local advertisers and introduce the magazine's advertising opportunities.
- Appointment Setting: Engage prospects, identify potential opportunities, and secure qualified sales appointments for the Business Owner.
- Publication Coordination: Coordinate publication materials and help ensure required information and materials are organized and on track.
- Administrative & Operational Support: Assist with daily operational tasks that support the growth and smooth operation of the business.
- Business Owner Collaboration: Communicate regularly with the Business Owner to align on priorities, provide outreach updates, and address daily needs.
- Professional Client Communication: Maintain a professional and confident demeanor during phone calls and other front‑facing interactions with prospective clients.
- Process & Software Adaptation: Quickly learn new software systems and operational processes as needed.
Qualifications
- Sales Experience: Proven experience with outbound cold calling and phone‑based appointment setting.
- Communication: Excellent verbal communication skills with clear, professional English for client‑facing outreach.
- Organization: Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Initiative: Proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership of daily tasks and identify what needs to be done.
- Adaptability: Ability to quickly learn and become comfortable with new software systems and operational processes.
- Administrative Experience: Prior experience in executive assistance or administrative support is a plus.
Required Skills
- Outbound Sales: Comfortable making cold calls and engaging prospective clients by phone.
- Appointment Setting: Ability to effectively communicate with prospects and secure sales appointments.
- Communication: Clear and professional verbal communication in English.
- Organization: Strong ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and stay organized independently.
- Remote Readiness: Ability to work independently while maintaining regular communication and progress alignment with the Business Owner.
- Technology: Comfortable learning and using new software systems and business processes.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in executive assistance or administrative support.
- Experience supporting a business owner or working closely with company leadership.
- Experience with local business advertising, community publications, or similar sales environments.
- Familiarity with CRM or sales tracking systems.
- Experience managing multiple sales and administrative tasks simultaneously.