Sales and Marketing Associate Full Time

Overview:

Data Axle is a leader in data solutions that drive meaningful connections between companies and people. We harness data, AI, and technology to create authentic, personalized experiences to improve our clients’ business performance. Recognized for delivering innovative B2B and B2C solutions and exceptional service for more than five decades, our global team is dedicated to helping businesses and nonprofits of all sizes thrive.

We are currently seeking a Sales and Marketing Associate to join our team.

General Summary:

The Sales and Marketing Associate role is an entry-level, development-focused position designed as part of the company’s Sales Launchpad Program. This role blends core responsibilities of Account Strategist and Sales & Marketing Partner positions, providing structured training and hands-on experience across sales execution and marketing engagement.

Individuals in this role will develop foundational skills in consultative selling, customer engagement, pipeline development, and marketing solution support while receiving ongoing coaching, mentorship, and formal training. This position is intended to prepare associates for future placement into roles such as Account Strategist, Sales & Marketing Partner, or other sales- and marketing-focused positions.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to inbound customer inquiries via phone, digital interactions, and chat
• Establish and maintain rapport with B2B prospects and customers provided by the company
• Support account expansion and renewal efforts using consultative sales techniques
• Identify customer needs and pain points to surface upselling and growth opportunities
• Assist with customer onboarding, product adoption, and retention efforts
• Present targeted marketing and product solutions aligned with customer goals
• Support development of proposals, sales presentations, and customer-facing materials
• Participate in go-to-market initiatives and promotional campaigns
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure alignment between sales and marketing efforts
• Utilize CRM tools to document customer interactions and manage sales opportunities
• Maintain accurate prospect and customer records to support forecasting and reporting
• Shadow experienced sales and marketing professionals to gain real-world exposure
• Actively participate in coaching sessions, training programs, and performance feedback
• Demonstrate continuous learning, skill development, and professional growth

* Essential functions are the basic job duties that an associate must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The function is considered essential if the reason the position exists is to perform that function.

Supportive Functions:

• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 0–1 year of experience in inside sales, account management, marketing, or customer experience (preferred, not required)
• Foundational understanding of sales and marketing principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build rapport and trust with prospects and customers
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Effective time management and prioritization abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; strong Excel skills preferred
• Experience with CRM systems preferred

* Minimum requirements needed to perform the job.

Where required, Data Axle will provide the compensation range for this role upon request. Please contact us or email applicant@data-axle.com to receive compensation and benefits information for this role. Please include the job title and/or job ID of the role you are interested in.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:

At Data Axle, we are committed to attracting, retaining, and engaging employees from all walks of life. Diversity is an important part of our values and business operations. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that promotes professional development for everyone. As part of that commitment, Data Axle does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, status as a disabled veteran and/or Vietnam Era veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. In addition, Data Axle will provide reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities.