Sales and Marketing Specialist

Social Standard Inc.; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Base pay with bonuses

Team culture

Growth opportunities

Travel & networking events

Job summary

Social Standard Inc. is seeking entry-level Promotional Marketing Specialists for an on-site role in Chicago, IL.

You will represent leading brands inside top retail locations, promote products, and build lasting customer relationships while learning sales, communication, and leadership skills. This entry-level role includes full training, paid, hands-on mentorship, and guaranteed base pay with performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Customer service/retail/sales experience is a plus but not required.
• Must have strong communication and a willingness to learn.
• Positive attitude, reliability and enthusiasm for career development.

Responsibilities

• Be the face of exciting brands inside major retailers, connecting with customers and increasing brand loyalty.
• Support retail promotional campaigns and new product launches.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while driving sales in a retail setting.
• Collaborate with team members to boost overall campaign performance.
• Build your confidence and communication skills while learning the basics of sales and marketing.

Skills

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Career development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

* This is an on-site role based in Chicago, IL— perfect for candidates who enjoy hands-on, face-to-face work. Local candidates are encouraged to apply. **

We’re a growing marketing and sales team in Chicago, IL, looking for entry-level Promotional Marketing Specialists who are excited to start their careers and learn on the job.

In this role, you’ll represent leading brands inside top retail locations, helping promote products and build lasting customer relationships while growing your skills in sales, communication, and leadership. This is an entry-level role with full training included. No experience is needed, we will teach you everything you need to know!

What You’ll Do:

• Be the face of exciting brands inside major retailers, connecting with customers and increasing brand loyalty
• Support retail promotional campaigns and new product launches
• Deliver exceptional customer service while driving sales in a retail setting
• Collaborate with team members to boost overall campaign performance
• Build your confidence and communication skills while learning the basics of sales and marketing

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Customer service, retail, sales, or marketing experience is a plus (not required)
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
• Positive attitude, reliability, and enthusiasm for career development
• Reliable transportation

What We Offer:

• Paid, hands-on training from experienced mentors
• Guaranteed base pay with performance-based bonuses
• A supportive and energetic team culture
• Opportunities for learning and growth within the role
• Opportunities for travel and attending networking events