Field Sales Associate - YMCA, Campus Rec & Health Clubs (Central Midwest)

About the role

Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together. At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we put the customer first, play as one team, raise the bar in fitness innovation, persevere and get it done, and inspire each other to live healthier lives. We’re looking for a motivated early-career professional to join our team as a Field Sales Associate, supporting YMCA, Campus Recreation, and Health Club accounts across a large, multi-state Midwest territory. You’ll partner closely with an experienced seller and gain hands-on experience in territory management, customer engagement, and consultative selling.

Responsibilities

• Support sales efforts across YMCA, Campus Rec, and Health Club customers
• Travel regularly across a multi-state territory to build relationships and support customers (3+ days/week in the field)
• Learn to position fitness solutions to both institutional and commercial buyers
• Assist in tailoring communication to non-fitness decision-makers and multiple stakeholders
• Navigate longer sales cycles tied to budgets and funding timelines
• Participate in facility planning discussions and stay current on wellness trends
• Build your presence in the market through networking and relationship-building

Requirements

• 1-2 years in sales or customer-facing roles (preferred)
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn
• Interest in fitness, wellness, or community-based organizations
• Comfort with frequent travel and managing a large geographic territory
• Based in the Central Midwest region (e.g., Omaha, Des Moines, greater Kansas City areas)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background check

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards package including competitive pay, a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match, medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance, hospital indemnity; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.

Pay

The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $47,500 - $64,800 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities.

Schedule

This is a remote, field-based role, with an expectation of being on the road and in front of customers 3+ days per week.