What are the responsibilities and job description for the Membership Sales and Service Representative position at Southwest Louisiana Alliance (The Chamber SWLA)?
The Chamber of Commerce Membership Sales and Service Representative is responsible for recruiting new members, retaining existing ones, and achieving membership growth goals by actively identifying potential business prospects, presenting the value proposition of Chamber membership, and building strong relationships with local businesses to foster a thriving community environment. The Membership Sales and Service Representative works within the Alliance offices.
Duties:
The purpose of this position is to solicit and retain membership in the Chamber Southwest.
- Makes sales calls in person and via other means to prospective members
- Collects past due accounts
- Makes service calls on existing members.
- Assists in Coordinating the Monthly New member Orientation sessions
- Attends Grand Openings and Ribbon Cuttings
- Represents the Chamber SWLA with and in absence of the Vice President Chamber
- Prepares a monthly report of membership and collection activities
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience in sales, preferably within a membership-based organization.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey the Chamber's value proposition.
- Strong networking and relationship building abilities to connect with local businesses
- Understanding of the local business community and its needs
- Ability to manage a sales pipeline and meet sales targets
- Proficiency in Chamber software
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.75 - $13.25 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $13
