Job: Sales Associate

About Local Concept, Inc.
Local Concept, with headquarters in downtown San Diego, is a 24-year-old translation and localization firm specializing in technical documentation, marketing, advertising, software and website localization. With a focus in the mobile/telecom, medical device/pharmaceutical and high tech industries, Local Concept has set itself apart as the premier localization firm.

We encourage initiative, diversity and an open mind towards new ways of improving processes. We have a successful track record in the localization business due to employee contributions. Every decision we make, every meeting we hold, and every team member at Local Concept is dedicated to customer service.

Our ideal candidate:

Has experience selling to international marketing teams and software developers;

Has experience in vendor-side sales;

Is always thinking about ways to generate new leads;

Is a team player;

Is interested in the global nature of business;

And loves the latest gadgets, computers, even medical advances.

Responsibilities include:

Qualifying potential customers through cold calling, community involvement, existing database and related trade shows;

Contacting VP level managers and creating needs assessment for localization;

Managing the sales process from lead generation to close of sale;

Maintaining and building relationships with prospective clients.

Required skills:

Minimum 2 years sales experience with mid- to large-size companies;

Bachelors degree or equivalent;

A great communicator who’s a whiz at e-mail marketing;

A dynamic personality with an upbeat attitude and professional demeanor;

A knack for developing and maintaining business relationships;

The proven ability to close a sale;

And familiarity with ACT or other sales databases a plus.