Marketing/Sales Assistant

Job Summary

Yay! Local helps local businesses grow by putting their brand directly in front of the right homes. Through our targeted direct mail publications, we connect trusted local businesses with high-quality homeowners across Wake and Johnston counties.

We’re looking for a driven Marketing/Sales Assistant to connect with local business owners, introduce Yay! Local, and help them generate consistent, measurable results.

This is a field + phone sales role, perfect for someone who enjoys meeting people, building relationships, and closing deals in the real world.

What You’ll Do

You’ll split your time between acquiring new business clients and supporting existing Yay! Local partners.

New Business Development

Visit local businesses (home services, dental, restaurants, and more) to introduce Yay! Local
Build relationships with owners, managers, and decision-makers
Identify marketing needs and explain how Yay! Local drives leads and revenue
Schedule meetings and onboarding appointments
Research and identify new prospects in your territory
Handle objections confidently and professionally

Account Management & Growth

Manage relationships with assigned Yay! Local clients
Check in regularly to ensure satisfaction and campaign performance
Identify upsell and expansion opportunities (additional zones, ad upgrades, etc.)
Maintain detailed notes, activity tracking, and follow-ups in the CRM
Support email follow-ups and account documentation

What We’re Looking For

Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Comfortable speaking with business owners face-to-face and by phone
Organized, dependable, and proactive with follow-ups
Positive, resilient attitude in fast-paced or challenging conversations
Willingness to learn sales, marketing, and account management fundamentals
Experience in advertising, marketing, or sales is a plus (but not required)

Why Join Yay Local

Work with a 20+ year established local brand trusted by businesses across the Triangle
Help businesses reach 200,000+ targeted homes monthly
Learn real-world sales and marketing skills that drive measurable results
Work directly with leadership and decision-makers
Build long-term relationships with local business owners
Strong growth path into Business Development, Account Executive, or Account Management roles

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Mileage reimbursement
Paid time off
Paid training
Work from home

Willingness to travel:

75% (Required)

Work Location:

Remote

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Raleigh, NC 27609