CertaPro Painters is a national painting franchise known for consistently delivering extraordinary experiences to residential and commercial customers since 1992. CertaPro Painters of Arlington has established itself as a premier franchise not only within the Mid-Atlantic region but also within the national franchise system. CertaPro Painters of Arlington has distinguished itself with committed and continuous drive, energy, self-improvement, attention to detail, customer service orientation, self-discipline, calculated growth orientation, and the ability to grow our team with like-minded, best-of-breed employees and colleagues.POSITION SUMMARYThe Commercial Sales Associate (CSA) role is responsible for initiating, developing and growing commercial painting relationships with Association Managers (HOAs), Property Managers, and Facilities Managers. The CSA will also develop outside sales action plans to grow our market share and success, contribute valuable sales and marketing information, and provide strategic recommendations to achieve operational objectives. This position is in an assigned territory within the DC, MD, and VA areas.Benefits:Earn $60-$80k in your first yearBase salary + commissionCell Phone allowanceLaptop or Tablet providedTop notch training programOngoing development opportunitiesFlexible scheduleExcellent Advancement OpportunitiesCommercial Sales Associate responsibilities include but are not limited to:A$ A' "A' ? Working with current and potential customers in set territoryDeveloping and maintaining new relationships with commercial properties and key decision-makersConducting project estimates on sitePreparing and presenting project proposalsStaying very involved in the community through participation in specific trade associationsPlanning and participating in marketing and trade shows/expos.Required Skills/Qualifications:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsGoal-oriented, organized team playerSelf-motivated and self-directedCreative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challengeDemonstrated and proven sales resultsBachelor's degree preferred with concentration in marketing principlesMinimum 2-4 years of sales or marketing experienceStrong working knowledge of marketing concepts, positioning, sales planning, competitive analysis and product developmentWorking knowledge of Salesforce or equivalent CRMOutside sales and/or customer service experience and a working knowledge of social media and emerging technologies is a plusExperience with Trade Shows (2-3 annually) is desirableMust have a working and reliable vehicle