Entry Level Work - Sales Reps - Part Time

Job Description Job Description With the busy holiday season ahead, you could benefit from a part time position that pays weekly and allows you to set your own schedule. Vector Marketing is running interviews for sales rep positions, start work within the week. Basic responsibilities include working with customers, selling our American made products, and placing any orders. We sell Cutco products that are used in the home focusing on the kitchen and some gardening tools as well. Previous experience & knowledge about home goods or sales experience isn’t needed. We provide all of the training needed for success. Position Details: - Reps are paid weekly – base or commission, whichever is higher for the week. We have a commission structure set up based on performance. Reps are paid $24.00 base-appt (per presentation, not based on sales or results). There is an opportunity to make more, but there is still a fallback for the sales rep to make an income even if they have an off week. - Solid training – we’ve been training people to do well for over 40 years. Even if someone doesn’t decide to stay with us long term, the sales, networking, & communication skills they build are needed for any field. Reps can start with people they are comfortable with and expand from there. - Flexible scheduling – we help our reps create a schedule that works best for them. Some work as much as possible, some work part time, while others are looking for a flexible schedule around other commitments such as their full time jobs, holiday plans, classes, finals, or family obligations. - Location – sales reps work locally after training. Meetings and training are held in the office. - Opportunity for Advancement – based on performance and goals, reps have an opportunity to move into long term sales positions or become a manager (even if they only start out part time). Basic Requirements: - Enjoy working with people - All ages eighteen plus or seventeen and a high school graduate - Conditions apply - Able to start within the next 7 – 10 days - Willing to learn and apply new skills. Who would do well: People who have done well with us in the past have had experience in admin, retail, fast food, cashier, administrative assistant, customer service, receptionist, grocery store clerk, server, landscaping, and in just about any field you can imagine. Some none at all! We welcome all applicants who have a positive attitude and enjoy working with people. This entry level sales position is a great fit for people who are looking to work around their schedule. If you are looking for winter break work, immediate work, or just someone who is looking for a flexible schedule, our opportunities can work around your needs. If you think you would be a great fit for our sales team fill out the contact information and a receptionist will send you a text about setting up an interview with a manager. We encourage applicants of all ages and experience, as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s age.

Required qualifications:

  • Able to start within the next 7 – 10 days
  • Willing to learn and apply new skills
  • All ages eighteen plus or seventeen and a high school graduate

Desired qualifications:

  • Enjoy working with people
  • Positive attitude
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