Sales Representative

Sales Representative

The Local Vibe | Savino Marketing LLC
Location: Staten Island, NY, initially focused on Great Kills
Position Type: Independent Contractor (1099), Commission Only
Schedule: Flexible, set your own hours

Position Overview

The Local Vibe is a neighborhood-focused direct mail advertising program that connects Staten Island businesses with approximately 5,000 households in their local market. Each edition features a limited number of advertising placements, with only one business represented per industry.

The Local Vibe is seeking an outgoing, self-motivated Sales Representative to connect with local business owners and sell advertising placements. This is a commission-only independent contractor opportunity with a flexible schedule and hands-on sales training.

This position may be a good fit for someone looking to gain business-to-business sales experience, build relationships with local business owners, or earn additional income on a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Connect with local business owners in person and by phone
• Introduce The Local Vibe advertising program and explain available advertising options
• Develop prospects using an initial business list as well as personal and community connections
• Follow up with prospective advertisers and close sales
• Assist customers with the advertising sign-up and approval process
• Maintain prospect and customer information in the company CRM
• Follow up with existing advertisers regarding future editions and renewal opportunities

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is:

• Comfortable approaching and speaking with local business owners
• Friendly, professional, and confident communicating in person and over the phone
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
• Persistent and able to handle rejection as part of the sales process
• Interested in developing practical business-to-business sales experience
• Organized and able to manage prospects and follow-up independently
• At least 18 years old

Access to a car is helpful but not required.

Training & Support

Sales representatives receive:

• Written sales scripts and objection-handling guidance
• Sample advertising materials
• A starter list of local businesses
• Hands-on support from the company owner during initial sales visits
• Ongoing sales coaching by phone

Compensation

This is a commission-only, 1099 independent contractor position. Representatives are responsible for their own taxes.

Representatives may also earn:

• Renewal commissions: 50% of the representative's then-current commission when a business they originally signed purchases again, while the representative remains active under the agreement
• Sponsor referrals: $50 for each edition paid for by a sponsor the representative introduces

Commission payments are made monthly after customer payments clear.

After selling 10 slot-editions, representatives may qualify for increased commission rates or have the opportunity to pursue a separate Market Manager track.

Schedule

There are no set shifts or required working hours. Independent contractors determine their own schedules and methods of work, making this an opportunity that can potentially be worked around school, another job, or other professional commitments.

About The Local Vibe

The first Great Kills edition is scheduled to mail in November 2026 to approximately 5,000 local addresses. A portion of each card's gross revenue supports a local charity.