Associate, Growth Merchant Lead (aGML) – Emerging Markets

Des Moines - hybrid, Iowa

Title: Associate, Growth Merchant Lead (aGML) – Emerging Markets

Contract Duration: Jan,2026
Contract Type: W2 Under Staffing Supplier
Pay Rate: $36,58/hour plus uncapped monthly commission (On Target Earnings: $1,750/month; opportunity to exceed)
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Des Moines, IA (Active Driver’s License required; significant local and regional travel)
Visa Sponsorship: Not provided

Executive Summary
A leading technology-enabled marketplace is seeking a goal-oriented Associate, Growth Merchant Lead (aGML) for Emerging Markets to join an Outside Sales team. In this field-based role, you’ll foster new partnerships with local and regional restaurants across untapped and rural markets, contributing directly to the company’s growth strategy. The position requires direct, face-to-face selling, frequent travel and overnight stays, and collaborative coordination with a Regional Sales Manager. Strong commission potential and company-covered travel expenses are offered.

Key Responsibilities

Travel regularly across the assigned territory to expand the marketplace’s presence, primarily focusing on developing new restaurant partnerships in emerging and rural markets
Present the value of partnership and negotiate revenue share agreements with restaurant owners
Manage a fast-paced, transactional deal cycle with frequent closings, using both inside and outside sales tactics
Utilize sales tools and resources (sales sheets, gift cards, business cards) in coordination with regional leadership
Ensure compliance with travel policies and maintain accurate schedules; most travel within 2 hours of Des Moines, but may require longer trips or overnights
Contribute to the development and improvement of scalable success strategies and sales playbooks

Skills & Qualifications

Minimum 2.5 years of sales experience in a closing or outside sales role
Active Driver’s License required
Willingness and ability to travel frequently (at least 50% of the time) including long drives and periodic overnight stays
Demonstrated skill with both inside and outside sales approaches
Entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable building new processes for business growth
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Highly organized and self-motivated; able to work independently in the field

Nice to Have

Experience working with restaurants or in local/regional business development
Prior role in fast-paced, high-growth environments or emerging market expansion
Proven track record of exceeding sales goals

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