Entry Level Software Sales Associate

Thryv; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid time off including holidays and vacation

Job summary

A leading software company in Columbus, Ohio is seeking individuals ready to step up into the software sales field. This position offers a unique Software Acceleration Program for candidates with 1-2 years of outbound sales experience, particularly in SaaS. Participants will develop vital skills for full-cycle sales, supported with mentorship and a clear career path into software account management. Enjoy competitive compensation, a focus on teamwork, and the opportunity to help small businesses thrive.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in outbound sales, preferably SaaS.
• Motivated and ready to transition into account management.
• Ability to drive conversations confidently.

Responsibilities

• Drive outbound prospecting to build a qualified pipeline.
• Execute multi-channel outreach through phone, email, and social.
• Learn platform sales motion through hands-on coaching.

Skills

Outbound sales experience (SaaS preferred)

Strong communicator

Coachable and competitive

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

At Thryv, we are a team that lives by teamwork. However, it’s not the work that drives us, it’s the respect, trust, and care for each other that defines us as a team. We’re a diverse community of trendsetters who do our best work in a fun, relaxed environment. Technology never stops evolving and neither do we. We’re always looking for the best and brightest team players to join us.

About the Position

Are you ready to take the next step in your software sales career? If you have 1-2 years of outbound sales experience and want to move into full-cycle software selling, we've built a path just for you. If you want a true pathway into Software Account Management, you will want to take a close look at this role.

We’re launching a 6‑Month Software Acceleration Program designed to identify, develop, and evaluate high‑potential talent for our Software Account Management (SAM) team. This is your chance to transition from prospecting to really closing roles.

What You’ll Do

• Drive outbound prospecting to build qualified pipeline
• Execute multi‑channel outreach (phone, email, social)
• Learn our platform and sales motion through hands on coaching
• Build the skills needed for full cycle software selling
• You’ll be immersed in real SaaS sales strategy—not just booking meetings

Who You Are

This program is ideal for candidates who have:

• 1–2 years of outbound sales experience (SaaS preferred)
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience
• Strong communicator with confidence driving conversations
• Passion for software and helping independent SMB’s compete against the giants
• Motivated, coachable, competitive, and ready to grow
• Interested in progressing into software account management and closing deals

Your Path Forward

At the end of the 6‑month program:

🚀 Top performers → Considered for Senior SAR

Why This Program Is Different

• Clear pathway into full‑cycle software sales
• Competitive compensation (base + incentive)
• Hands‑on mentorship and professional development
• A modern sales organization with real career progression

What We Offer

Life requires balance. So we provide benefits around health and wellness, continued education, and work/life balance to help you live your best life when you’re working…and when you’re not.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus a wellness program with added incentives
• 401(k) savings plan with company match and employee stock purchase plan
• Continuing education benefits with tuition assistance programs
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, sick, personal, and year‑end close

Who We Are

At Thryv, we’re a team fiercely devoted to the success of local businesses. We’ve been around for over 100 years, always with one goal in mind — helping small businesses compete, win and succeed. We provide the technology, software and local business automation tools small business owners need to better manage their time, communicate with clients, and get paid, so they can take control of their business and be more successful. We support businesses across the U.S., and we have team members all around the country (even internationally). In fact, we’re a work‑from‑anywhere company, because that’s how we get work done.

Culture is vital at Thryv because it shapes our identity and, therefore, our measurements for growth. We have an identified set of values that hold all of us accountable paving the way for our company success and our legacy. All of this helps us deliver results for our clients and creates success for our employees. At Thryv, making a positive impact within our team and in our local community is the reason we get out of bed every morning.

Thryv Core Values

• Client Devoted – Be humble with a servant mentality. Understand the uniqueness of each interaction while being flexible, knowledgeable, and genuine.
• Under Promise, Over Deliver – Deliver expectations and exceed them, have accountability, listen and understand the ask.
• Act Like You Own the Place – Taking ownership and accountability in your day‑to‑day decisions empowers you to act like you own the place.
• Invest in our People – Hire people that are aligned with Thryv’s core values. Provide learning opportunities to enable all of us to adapt, belong, and create a lifelong career.
• DONE3 – Define what you say (Done), Do what you say (Done), Follow up and ensure completion (Done).
• Making $$ is a Byproduct of Helping People – Always be devoted to people, act with integrity.
• Think Long Term, Act with Passion & Integrity – Focus on making every interaction exceptional. Bring enthusiasm and devotion to every act. This includes doing the right thing, even when no one is looking. Think five years out or think for the long play.

Belonging at Thryv

We believe in a work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and respectfully, have equal access to opportunities and resources, and can contribute fully to the organization’s success. We want our employees to feel a part of something big and we encourage the sharing of ideas and collaboration across the organization. We strive to ensure our work environment reflects diversity, fairness and meritocracy. We believe all employees should have the opportunity to perform effectively in their position. We value every employee and the authenticity they bring to their role and to the organization. As a result, our employee policies and internal practices focus on ability and merit as the standards for success.

Requisition Detail and Process

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The final job level offered may vary based on the applicant’s competencies and qualifications such as experience and education, and other job‑related reasons.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Thryv is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to gender, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law. Thryv is committed to provide equal employment opportunities throughout the employment relationship including recruitment, hiring, discharge, compensation, benefits, discipline, development, and advancement or other aspects of employment.