Sales Specialist

Posted 9 days ago

creative financial staffingWorthington (OH)

Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel Civic and Social Organizations

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About the role

Community Relations & Sales Specialist Columbus, OH | $55,000–$65,000 + Sales Bonuses Build Relationships. Drive Growth. Make an Impact. Are you a relationship-builder who thrives on connecting with people, creating opportunities, and delivering an exceptional customer experience? Our client is seeking a Community Relations & Sales Specialist to play a key role in driving growth and building strong relationships throughout the local community. This is a highly visible position that combines sales, networking, business development, marketing, and customer engagement. You’ll have the opportunity to guide prospective customers through their journey—from the first conversation and community tour through onboarding—while developing referral partnerships and expanding the organization’s presence in the community. Why This Opportunity Stands Out $55K–$65K + Sales Bonuses Build and maintain meaningful professional and community relationships Directly impact sales, occupancy, and organizational growth Develop a strong network of referral partners and community organizations Combine sales, networking, marketing, and community outreach Enjoy a highly visible role with the opportunity to make a measurable impact Build a rewarding long-term career in a stable, service-focused industry

What You’ll Do: Guide prospective customers through the sales and decision-making process, from initial inquiry through move-in. Conduct engaging community tours and provide a personalized customer experience. Maintain consistent follow-up with prospects and manage activity through the CRM. Build and strengthen relationships with referral sources, local professionals, and community organizations. Represent the organization at networking events, presentations, community events, and outreach activities. Develop new business opportunities through proactive relationship-building and community engagement. Coordinate customer onboarding and transition activities to ensure a seamless experience. Partner with internal teams to support marketing initiatives, events, sales strategies, and occupancy goals. Monitor sales activity and follow-up to maintain a healthy and active pipeline.

What We’re Looking For: Experience in sales, business development, customer relationship management, marketing, hospitality, or community relations. Proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships. Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to connect with a wide range of people. Experience using a CRM system and managing a sales pipeline. Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team. A genuine interest in helping people and delivering an exceptional customer experience. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally for networking and community outreach.

The Ideal Candidate: You don’t have to come from a traditional sales background. We’re looking for someone who is outgoing, driven, personable, and naturally skilled at building relationships. If you enjoy meeting new people, developing partnerships, generating opportunities, and making a difference in the customer experience, this could be an excellent opportunity to take your career to the next level. #INSEP2026 #LI-AS3 #LI-ONSITE

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