Field Sales and Marketing Representative - Chicago, IL

TTI•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Sales and Marketing Representative works in The Home Depot to grow market share and maintain TTI’s product lines. The role combines business-to-consumer sales, customer service, merchandising, marketing execution, product demonstrations, and retail relationship-building. The representative uses sales and marketplace insights to support product sell-through and brand presence, while completing store objectives and merchandising resets. The position includes TTI training and provides a foundation for potential advancement within the organization. It is a full-time retail role requiring travel to assigned stores and occasional travel for meetings, projects, and events, including air travel. The employee must be able to work nights and weekends as needed and stand for the duration of shifts, except for meal and rest breaks. The position is salary non-exempt and eligible for overtime.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship or restrictions.
Must pass drug screening and Motor Vehicle Report screening.
Must have held a valid U.S. driver’s license in one state for at least one continuous year.
Must have a personal vehicle or reliable transportation.
Must maintain valid personal vehicle insurance listing the employee as the primary driver.
Must travel to and from assigned store locations and occasionally travel for meetings, projects, and events; air travel is required.
Must transport a small amount of company property, including company devices, demo tools, a tool kit, and safety supplies.
Must be able to reach and lift overhead, climb and descend ladders, and move products.
Must be able to lift and transport tools weighing up to 50 pounds and request assistance as needed.
Must be able to use hands to maneuver small objects, assemble tools, and build displays.
Must be able to work nights and weekends, with weekends required at different points throughout the year.
Must be able to work full time in a retail environment and stand for the duration of the shift, except for meal and rest breaks.
Must be self-motivated and a team player, with strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Multilingual abilities are preferred in specific markets depending on business needs.
Formal higher education is preferred but not required; equivalent experience will be considered.
Willingness to relocate may be needed for future promotional opportunities.

Responsibilities

Exceed sales targets by providing business-to-consumer sales and customer service in The Home Depot.
Engage customers, understand their needs, and recommend suitable TTI products while demonstrating product knowledge and enthusiasm.
Plan and execute promotional events, product demonstrations, and store walks to increase consumer engagement and product sell-through.
Support and implement corporate brand marketing initiatives and promotional activities.
Maintain brand presence and sales readiness through merchandising, product placement, store objectives, and resets, using Microsoft Power BI analytics to inform decisions.
Develop understanding of the retail marketplace, including customer profiles, product applications, competitors, and channel dynamics.
Participate in TTI’s training program to prepare to work independently in the assigned market.
Build and manage relationships with The Home Depot team members to improve in-store execution and develop business partnerships.
Manage inventory through down-stocking, maintain product accessibility, and promptly report tasks and responsibilities.
Participate in merchandising resets, place new products in a timely manner, and follow TTI safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned by the employee’s supervisor.
Meet company expectations for continual improvement in knowledge, skills, processes, and quality.

Benefits

Sales contests and incentives to earn additional income, based on business needs and focuses.
Vehicle allowance of $400 per month, equivalent to a target of $4,800 per year before taxes.
Company iPhone and iPad.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits available.
Insurance coverage options including short-term disability, long-term disability, basic life insurance, and basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
401(k) with a company match of 50% up to 8% of the employee’s salary.
Eligibility for up to 10 paid holidays, based on hire date.
Accrual of up to 104 hours of PTO in the first year, based on hire date.
Relocation assistance if moving for the position, based on business needs.
Employee referral bonus program and other incentive initiatives.