Work Term Commitment: 4 months, beginning of September 2024
About Flipp
Flipp partners with the largest North American retailers and brands to deliver local promotions and savings to millions of engaged shoppers daily, driving superior returns on investments. We help people make smarter shopping decisions with autonomy and accountability. With rising living costs, Flipp's mission is crucial. Our Shopper Consideration Platform allows retailers and manufacturers to create digital experiences from their savings & deals content, aiding shoppers in deciding what to buy and where to buy it.
Together, we make a difference.At Flipp, you'll work with hungry, humble, highly intelligent and other-centered teammates. We challenge ourselves, learn by doing, and grow by developing new skills and perspectives. You'll be equipped to make an impact, realize your potential, and stay inspired every step of the way.The Sales Intern will join our Business Development team in strengthening our relationships with North America’s largest retailers (Walmart, Home Depot, JCPenney, Canadian Tire, Lowe’s, etc) and help our partners tackle their number one strategic objective of increasing store trips. The Sales Intern will work with the BD team on the execution of retailer’s digital media campaigns and strategic projects, analyses and reporting, and building PowerPoint assets for our top Retailer partners, to continue to prove to them the success of Flipp technology in driving traffic to their stores.
This role will allow you to work cross functionally with Flipp’s Operations, Finance, Creative and Insights team, giving you the opportunity to learn about Flipp and the retail industry as a whole. You will also have the opportunity to develop your strategic mindset and presentation skills by creating a business case of your choice to Flipp’s Sr. Business Development Leadership team.The key aspects to bringing success to this position are persistence, adaptability and drive! If you can keep up with our fast-paced, ever changing environment, we’d love to chat with you!
What you'll get the opportunity to do:
- Opportunity to work with North America’s largest retailers and get an understanding of the retail landscape in both Canada and the US
- Learn from the pro’s and become a pro yourself in deck building, pipeline management and analysis using key programs (PowerPoint, Salesforce, Excel)
- Build internal relationships with our Flipp teams (Operations, Insights and Analytics, Finance, Creative) by working on multiple cross-functional projects
- Work on your pitching style by receiving ongoing practice, feedback and coaching from the BD team
- Strengthen your understanding of Digital Media and the competitive landscape (Facebook, Google Display/Search, etc).
What you'll bring to the team:
- The fresh perspectives of a soon to be graduate from a University/College program preferably focused in business, marketing, sales, or communications and wants to take on a rewarding and challenging career
- You have a strong interest in the tech and/or retail industries, and want to grow your career in sales, account management or strategy
- You have a desire to learn and build on fundamental sales capabilities (i.e. Salesforce, PowerPoint, Excel, Pitching etc.)
- You have exceptional communication skills. You are a natural storyteller and have a knack for building relationships.
- You are analytical. You can manipulate data and create compelling stories and insights based on a set of numbers.
- You have big picture thinking. You can easily connect the dots and identify how your daily tasks contribute to the bigger picture
- You can keep up with an agile environment. You are adaptable and can deal with ever-changing requirements.
- You aren't afraid to fail. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow.
- You are obsessively organized. To do lists, sticky notes and spreadsheets are your go-to. You always know your next move and the move after that.
Our promise to each other:
What we bring:
- An inclusive, collaborative environment where your voice matters
- A remote first environment
- The tools and opportunities you need to grown and develop
- Every opportunity to own your success
What you bring:
- Your authentic self, everyday
- Your best work, from anywhere
- An appetite for learning, curiosity, and a growth mindset
- Motivation, initiative and the mind of an entrepreneur
Here’s how to apply:
If you’re interested in working with us on the future of shopping, fill out the fields below and submit your application. While experience and skill sets are valuable, growth potential and attitudes are equally important. If you’re prepared to grow dramatically with your team at a world-class learning organization, consider applying. We understand that the most creative solutions require diversity in thought and life experiences.Flipp is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.
We are proud to be a welcoming space for employees, of every background, to bring their whole selves to work with confidence. Flipp is committed to providing appropriate accommodations to ensure our selection process is equitable, and such accommodations can be made available on request. If you require an accommodation, please contact your dedicated recruiter directly.A member of our recruitment team will respond to you in the coming weeks.
