Inside Sales Representative (Tampa)
The Inside Sales Representative at Confidential Client is an entry-level, full-time role based in Tampa, FL, focused on selling online and print advertising space to businesses nationwide. This position requires strong communication skills, a competitive and goal-oriented mindset, and the ability to build relationships over the phone, with comprehensive training provided. The role offers a professional yet casual work environment with uncapped commissions, benefits, and various sales incentives.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales (Sports & Entertainment Publishing).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking an energetic Inside Sales Representative to sell print and digital advertising to local, regional and national businesses. This is an entry-level, phone-driven sales role where you'll receive leads and training to close deals and grow revenue across sports-related publications and sponsorships.
- Proactively contact leads via phone and email to qualify opportunities
- Present advertising products and packages tailored to client needs
- Negotiate and close sales to meet monthly and quarterly targets
- Maintain accurate records in the CRM and follow up on outstanding opportunities
- Collaborate with account services and production teams to ensure client deliverables are met
- Participate in sales training, contests, and team events to sharpen skills and drive results
Compensation & Benefits
Confidential Client offers a performance-based compensation plan with base compensation and uncapped commissions.
- Base compensation cited in source: $50,000 per year (based on sales made). Additional commission opportunities available.
- Employer-contributed medical premiums for employee and dependents
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k)
- Dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid time off
Who We’re Looking For
This role is ideal for motivated, competitive individuals who enjoy speaking with business owners and thrive in a target-driven environment.
- Money-motivated, goal-oriented mindset
- Comfortable and confident on the phone; strong verbal communication skills
- Resilient in high-volume, high-pressure sales environments
- Competitive, team-oriented attitude and eagerness to learn
- Able to adapt quickly and follow structured training
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Comfortable conducting business over the phone
- No prior sales experience required — training and leads provided
- Authorized to work in the United States
Perks & Culture
- Uncapped commissions and clear advancement paths
- Regular incentives and company trips for top performers
- Monthly bonuses, event tickets, and team social activities
- Casual dress code and a work-hard/play-hard environment
- Work-life balance — role is office-based and does not require after-hours home work
About the Client
Confidential Client provides sports publications and advertising solutions for colleges, universities, athletic conferences, and professional sports franchises. They produce game programs, yearbooks and event materials and offer advertising sales, layout, graphics, and production services.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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