Sales Account Executive (Detroit, MI)

Rewards Network
Detroit, MI

Who this role is best for

Candidates with field sales experience in the restaurant or financial services industry with a proscriptive mindset will find this role's emphasis on territory-based outreach and relationship-building rewarding.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with field sales experience in the restaurant or financial services industry with a proscriptive mindset
    — “4+ years of proven success in outside sales, preferably with experience with high volume sales in financial services, marketing, restaurant or related industry.”
  • Individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment and can manage multiple outreach tasks daily
    — “you'll be part of a driven and diverse team that excels in collaboration, issue resolution, and taking ownership of both personal growth and the company's success.”
  • Candidates who are self-directed and can manage their own pipeline with minimal oversight
    — “Develop and grow a robust pipeline, scheduling in-person meetings with decision-makers and advancing sales through the process.”

Things to consider

  • Must be a local resident in Detroit, MI, with no indication of remote flexibility
    — “Candidates MUST live locally to this area.”
  • Role involves high volume of daily in-person outreach, which may require strong stamina and time management
    — “Prospect and acquire new customers through cold calling, door-to-door sales (25+ daily), and additional outreach.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with high-volume field sales and CRM systems like Salesforce in your resume and interview
    — “Experience using CRM systems, ideally Salesforce, and familiarity with MS Office/Outlook.”
  • Emphasize your ability to build long-term relationships and manage a sales pipeline effectively
    — “Build lasting relationships with new leads and existing customers, ensuring high engagement and awareness of new product offerings.”
  • Demonstrate your financial acumen and ability to discuss fees and financials confidently with potential clients
    — “Strong financial acumen, with the aptitude to confidently discuss fees, acceptance, and financials with customers.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • met and exceeded sales quotas
  • built lasting customer relationships
Typical background
4+ years of proven success in outside sales

Skills & requirements

Required

SalesCold CallingDoor-to-door SalesCRM Management

Preferred

NegotiationPresentation Skills

Stack & domain

SalesCold CallingCRM Systems

About the role

Original posting from Rewards Network via Greenhouse

About Rewards Network®

Rewards Network is a fast-paced, restaurant-focused fintech company that connects restaurants with the world’s most powerful consumer loyalty programs to reward diners through card-linked offers. We are the leading capital provider for restaurants, and our partners—companies like United, Delta, Bilt, Fetch, and Rakuten—are the leaders in their industries. With a strong foundation built over four decades, Rewards Network has delivered enduring value to more than 100,000 restaurants.

Our Culture 

At Rewards Network, you'll be part of a driven and diverse team that excels in collaboration, issue resolution, and taking ownership of both personal growth and the company's success. We take pride in partnering with the world's most powerful loyalty programs to drive full-price paying customers to local restaurants through marketing services and flexible funding options. Our engaging and rewarding environment is designed to help you gain your full potential.

Job Overview

As an outside Account Executive, you will drive the company’s growth while building your career and earning lasting rewards. We need your sales expertise and drive to help us grow local restaurants in your territory.

Join our Team.

This is a field sales opportunity within the Detroit, MI territory. Candidates MUST live locally to this area.

Responsibilities

Prospect and acquire new customers through cold calling, door-to-door sales (25+ daily), and additional outreach to meet and exceed sales quotas. 

Develop and grow a robust pipeline, scheduling in-person meetings with decision-makers and advancing sales through the process. 

Build lasting relationships with new leads and existing customers, ensuring high engagement and awareness of new product offerings. 

Meet and exceed weekly and monthly sales goals, including cold calls, in-person meetings, presentations, and closing deals. 

Collaborate with internal teams, such as account managers and revenue operations, to ensure both individual and company-wide goals are met. 

Maintain comprehensive sales records and follow-up activity in our CRM system (Salesforce). 

Qualifications

4+ years of proven success in outside sales, preferably with experience with high volume sales in financial services, marketing, restaurant or related industry. 

Prospector mentality with a persistent, self-motivated approach to new business development in a field sales environment. 

Strong financial acumen, with the aptitude to confidently discuss fees, acceptance, and financials with customers. 

Excellent communication, both verbal and written, with the aptitude to present to prospective customers and influence meetings. 

Experience using CRM systems, ideally Salesforce, and familiarity with MS Office/Outlook. 

High school diploma or equivalent.  

What you’ll love about us

Uncapped monthly commission with a strong earning trajectory- most of our team meets or exceeds target, with top performers earning $80K and up annualized

Auto allowance and eligibility for additional prizes, including our annual President’s Club trip. 

Sales Academy: In-depth training to help you build confidence and a thorough understanding of our products.

Comprehensive benefits including: 

Generous dining reimbursement when you dine with our restaurant customers.  

Promotion opportunities based on defined metrics and career path to Management. 

Competitive Time Off Benefits: including flexible PTO, 11 company holidays, and parental leave.

401(k) plan with a company match

Two medical plan options- Standard PPO or High Deductible Health Plan (HSA with company match for HDHP participants)

Partnership with Rx n Go, offering certain prescriptions for free.

Two dental plan options and a vision plan

Flexible Spending Accounts and a pre-tax commuter benefit program

Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Plans

Short Term and Long-Term disability  

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D insurance, supplemental employee, spouse, and child life insurance

Employee Life Assistance Program 

 Rewards Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We encourage and strongly support workplace diversity. 

Source: Rewards Network careers (Greenhouse)

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