About the role
VaynerX
VaynerX is a family of companies building brands for the now. Founded by Chairman Gary Vaynerchuk in January 2017, the modern-day parent company is home to relevance-driving businesses including VaynerMedia, ChukMedia, Tamara Group, Gallery Media Group, Tingley Lane Trading, and VaynerSpeakers.
ABOUT VAYNERSPEAKERS
VaynerSpeakers is a speakers bureau founded by Gary Vaynerchuk and Zach Nadler, representing the most innovative voices of today. Rooted in business culture and entrenched in modern-storytelling, our speakers captivate, educate and inspire audiences on the most relevant topics of today – helping to reimagine the Now and inspire what’s Next.
Sales Agent
In a Nutshell
This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned sales professional to leverage their expertise and drive significant revenue growth. You'll work closely with established sales leaders and industry-leading speakers, and build a robust sales pipeline with unlimited earning potential. We are seeking a highly motivated strategic thinker with a proven track record of success in the events, hospitality, or talent representation industries.
What You’d Do
Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to secure high-value speaking engagements for our talent roster.
Identify and cultivate relationships with key decision-makers and event planners at corporations, associations, and agencies.
Proactively source and qualify new leads, building a robust and sustainable sales pipeline.
Negotiate and close contracts, ensuring favorable terms while avoiding future issues to navigate.
Manage the entire deal lifecycle, from initial contact to post-event follow-up, ensuring seamless execution.
Maintain the CRM with accurate and up-to-date information.
Collaborate with the marketing team to develop compelling sales tools.
Provide valuable insights and feedback to senior management, contributing to the development of overall business strategy.
Protect all proprietary information.
Contribute to the development of sales materials and resources.
What You’ve Got
Experience in sales, preferably within the events, hospitality, talent representation, or related industries.
Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets.
Strong negotiation, closing, and relationship-building skills.
Experience in managing large-value contracts.
Ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in CRM software and G Suite.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities.
This position is currently designated as hybrid and is subject to the Company's workplace attendance and in-office work requirements, as in effect from time to time. The Company reserves the right to modify these requirements at any time.
All information submitted with this application and disclosed in the interview and screening processes must be truthful. The Company reserves the right in its sole discretion, to disqualify a candidate from consideration, withdraw a conditional offer of employment, or terminate employment, if it discovers a candidate provided false, misleading, or materially incomplete information during the application process.
VaynerX is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military status, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status (as permitted by applicable law), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Unsure if you meet the qualifications? We are always looking for talent which will continue to cultivate an inclusive and representative team that will enhance our perspectives, skill sets, background, and behaviors. We encourage those who are passionate about what we do to apply!
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Employer-sponsored 401k with match
Medical, Dental, and vision coverage
Unlimited PTO
Caregiver (Parental) Leave
Health and Wellness benefits
Base Salary
$80,000—$100,000 USD