Entry-Level Sales and Marketing Associate

Company Description Comp , LLC is a full-service lighting agency founded in 2014 to support home center associates and their customers with end-to-end lighting & electrical solutions. The company partners with leading manufacturers to deliver competitive, best-in-class products tailored to the needs of the markets it serves. Comp focuses on combining deep industry experience, technical knowledge, and strong problem-solving capabilities to help customers complete projects efficiently and on budget. The team is committed to providing timely, affordable solutions and building long-term relationships through reliable service and support.

Role Description The Entry-Level Sales and Marketing Associate is a full-time role based in Atlanta, GA. Comp is looking for a Sales and Marketing Associate who thrives on variety, loves solving problems, and is willing to dig into the details. No lighting or electrical experience? No problem. We provide hands-on training and a clear path to growing your career in sales.

Comp represents large lighting and electrical manufacturers in the Pro retail channel. We partner with Home Depot Pro sales associates to help them win and serve contractor customers all across the US. In this role, you will be highly involved, connecting daily with contractors, customers, sales managers and leadership to provide sales, service and support to our clients and customers. You'll coordinate meetings and trade events, keep our quote pipeline organized and moving, and use AI-powered tools and analytics to deliver sharp sales insights to our internal and external partners.

You'll collaborate with customers, manufacturers, inside/outside sales associates, and office staff to drive sales results and deliver exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Strong Communication skills, including clear verbal and written interaction with customers and internal teams.
• Customer Service abilities, with a focus on responsiveness, professionalism, and building positive relationships.
• Interest in and aptitude for Sales, including learning product offerings and supporting sales initiatives.
• Ability to support Training activities, such as assisting in product education for home center associates.
• Basic understanding of or interest in Sales & Marketing principles, including promotional activities and market awareness.
• High level of reliability, organization, and attention to detail in managing tasks and information.
• Comfort working on-site in a retail or agency environment and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; experience with CRM or AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) is a plus.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Build relationships with contractors, Home Depot Pro merchants and associates, and manufacturers.
• Serve as first point of contact by phone and email for our sales team, Home Depot Pro merchants, associates, and contractors.
• Support outside sales managers and agency leadership with research, analytics, quotes, and account follow-up.
• Use our CRM tool to manage our quote log to generate insights and follow up on open quotes before they expire.
• Leverage AI tools and data analytics to generate and interpret sales reports for manufacturer partners
• Coordinate customer meetings and trade show events.
• Help create marketing materials, product brochures, and presentations that showcase our manufacturer lines and services we offer.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, computer science, or a related field. Recent and upcoming graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Internships, part-time jobs, or campus leadership in sales, marketing, or customer service are a plus.

What We Offer:

Compensation - $50,000–$60,000 a year (base bonus)

401(k) with company match; profit sharing; paid time off and holidays

Hybrid work schedule ~50/50

Mileage reimbursement for travel

Hands-on training with experienced sales managers

Exposure to leading lighting and electrical brands and the Home Depot Pro channel