Brand Sales Specialist

Our best-in-class hospitality brand is growing, and we are seeking hard-working and passionate top talent to grow their careers with us! If you are interested in being a pioneer with AVE as we continue to expand our portfolio of flexible-stay residential communities nationwide, apply today for an opportunity to join our winning team!What is a Brand Sales Specialist at AVE?Brand Sales Specialists at AVE are passionate about selling the AVE lifestyle and are experts when it comes to building brand awareness within their market. They own their geographic territory and are adept at seeking out and educating key influencers in their area on AVE's best-in-class residential communities and unique flexible-stay solutions. They enjoy building strategic relationships and growing a strong network in order to drive results for their communities.Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:Cultivate strong business relationships with key influencers in the local market including but not limited to: country clubs, hotels, retail, fine dining, realtors, chambers, business associations, etc. with the goal of creating brand awareness for AVE's flexible-stay furnished apartment offering and luxury long-term apartments.Generate new business opportunities by cold calling, blitzing, research, outreach, and networking.Create a referral program and/or partnership program that extends beyond the property into the neighborhood, that provides residents with perks, discounts, freebies, etc. while increasing brand awareness in your market.Work with the Leasing Managers on further developing our resident events with neighborhood partners.Work with Business Development Managers as an extension of the furnished sales team creating leads and referrals.Be accountable to the goals given to you on a quarterly basis based on our business plan.Attend networking opportunities, both on property and off-site, to create brand awareness and business opportunities including chamber and industry events. These networking functions may take place before or after scheduled work hours.Use our contact management system to keep track of leads, sales opportunities, and sales activities.Own your geographic territories, know what is happening in your market by driving and walking your areas.Participate in team sales meetings and marketing programs.Understand the resident profiles and explore marketing/advertising opportunities in your local markets to generate leads, working closely with the brand marketing team to execute.Must be able to work a Monday through Friday schedule with flexibility to attend events outside of business hours, including evenings and weekends. Must have reliable source of transportation for required daily networking and outreach responsibilities.The PerksFun, positive, and collaborative work environment.Robust training program and ongoing professional development opportunities.Comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, medical, vision, dental, and 401k (permanent full-time roles only).Enjoy a special day to celebrate in your birthday month each year with

paid Birthday Time Off

(permanent part-time and full-time roles only).Opportunities to give back including: participation in AVE's regular drives and fundraisers in addition to

paid Volunteer Time Off

each year to volunteer with your non-profit organization of choice (permanent part-time and full-time roles only).Complimentary furnished apartment stays at any AVE location nationwide for personal travel (permanent part-time and full-time roles only).A career home! Tons of potential for long-term career advancement within a rapidly expanding organization.About AVEAVE is a brand of Korman Communities, a fifth-generation, family-owned-and-operated real estate company on a mission to create raving residents! Our first-class residential communities offer flexible living solutions - fully furnished apartments for month-to-month stays and contemporary unfurnished apartments for longer lease terms.Our communities are designed to deliver unparalleled carefree living. We have professional, friendly teams on site to provide exceptional service, complimentary, on-demand, business and resort amenities for convenience, and fun resident events to create a sense of community.While we own and operate a growing portfolio of best-in-class residential communities nationwide, our most important asset has always been our passionate, dedicated team members. We have a lot of longevity within our team because we commit to team members who embrace our values and promote our reputation for excellence.

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