As a Sales Associate at Peninsula, you’ll help grow the business by finding new opportunities, introducing potential clients to our services, and building lasting professional relationships. You’ll guide prospects through the sales process—from the first conversation to a signed agreement—and work closely with internal teams to make sure each client’s needs are understood.

This is a dynamic, client-facing role for someone who communicates confidently, enjoys developing new business, and is passionate about experiential marketing.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and qualify potential leads through referrals, networking, outreach, and other channels.
• Learn about prospects’ goals and challenges, then recommend relevant Peninsula services.
• Prepare and deliver engaging presentations, proposals, and service demonstrations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients through timely, thoughtful follow-up.
• Manage sales opportunities through each stage of the pipeline, keeping records and next steps current in the CRM.
• Negotiate terms, address questions or concerns, and work toward closing sales agreements.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support a smooth transition from a signed deal to project delivery.
• Meet or exceed individual and team sales targets.
• Prepare accurate sales reports and share updates on pipeline activity, forecasts, and results.
• Stay informed about experiential marketing trends, client needs, and competitive offerings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, preferably in marketing, events, experiential marketing, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting to clients.
• Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and closing skills.
• A proactive, organized approach to managing leads, follow-ups, and multiple opportunities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with CRM software and common productivity tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field preferred.