Sponsorship & Ad Sales - B2B Podcast
A full time position
Fully remote: working with a USA-based team at Progressio Global.
Salary range: $40,000 to $80,000 (yearly rate) - subject to experience plus commission
Do you want to grow your career in sales, marketing, and media while working at the intersection of content, strategy, and relationships?
Progressio Media Group (part of Progressio Global) is seeking an Entry-Level Sponsorship and Advertising Sales Representative to support revenue growth across our media platforms – including The Chemical Show (the leading business podcast in the global chemical industry), The Chemical Summit, and a growing portfolio of B2B podcasts. A second industry podcast will launch in Q1 2026 and this role will play a part in driving its commercial success from day one.
The Chemical Show is the #1 business podcast in the global chemical industry, reaching a highly engaged audience of C-suite executives, strategic marketers, and industry innovators. With 65% year-over-year growth, it has become the go-to platform for though leadership, executive storytelling, and strategic brand visibility.
But, it’s more than a podcast – it’s part of a broader community-building ecosystem that helps leaders connect, companies influence, and ideas spread.
You’ll play a key role in identifying, researching, and engaging potential sponsors and partners who want to connect with this audience through interviews, podcast ads, branded content, influencer marketing, and event-based collaborations across our platforms.
THIS IS NOT (only) ABOUT COLD-CALLING.... IT'S ABOUT RELATIONSHIP DEVELOPMENT. We've got a list of strong contacts you'll be working with... as well as new leads that you develop.
This is a remote role with a preference for candidates based in Houston, TX. Candidates MUST be US-based. Occasional travel to trade shows and sponsor meetings is expected.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prospect and Qualify Leads Research companies, build targeted lists, and identify the right marketing, communications, or leadership contacts across industries aligned with our podcasts and event platforms.
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Conduct Multi-Channel Outreach Initiate contact via LinkedIn, phone calls, email, text, and occasionally in-person at events. You must be comfortable making cold calls and following up consistently across all relevant channels. BUT, you'll also be managing existing relationships. It'll be a blend!
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Manage the Sales Pipeline Use CRM tools to track outreach, follow-ups, and campaign progress. Report weekly on pipeline activity and learnings.
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Lead Sales Conversations and Proposals Help create tailored proposals for sponsorship packages - which may include podcast advertising, email advertising, podcast interviews, influencer placements, branded segments, and event sponsorships – and contribute to integrated campaigns that span multiple properties.
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Collaborate with the Team and Sponsors Coordinate with the host, producer, and sponsor contacts to ensure smooth onboarding and campaign delivery. Align internal stakeholders across podcast and event teams as needed.
Who You Are:
- Self-starter who can structure your day and deliver results with limited oversight
- Coachable and curious, eager to learn from feedback and improve over time
- Comfortable talking to new people and building rapport across multiple outreach channels
- A possibility thinker – we’re in growth mode and pushing the boundaries on traditional media, B2B sponsorships, and influencer-style brand integration.
- Organized and process-oriented, able to track activity and outcomes reliably
- Professional and friendly, representing high-integrity brands with confidence and polish
Ideal Background:
- Recent grad (or early-career professional) in business, marketing, communications, or related field
- Some exposure to sales, media, customer outreach, or content marketing preferred
- Familiarity or interest in the chemical, industrial, or B2B sectors is helpful
- Strong research and writing skills; able to learn and use tools like CRM, LinkedIn, Trello, and Excel
Compensation & Structure:
Base pay + performance-based commission Flexible, remote schedule with weekly check-ins and clear deliverables Periodic travel (3-4x per year) to industry trade shows or client meetings
Why This Role Is Different:
You won’t be stuck selling ad space with little impact. You’re getting in on the ground floor of a growing, niche media business. You’ll be part of a small, agile team where your work matters - and where sponsors are seen as partners. You’ll develop real-world business development skills, build relationships with industry leaders, and help shape how niche B2B podcasts drive visibility, influence, and revenue.
To apply
Send a resume and cover letter. Cover letter should include specifically 1. what interests you about this role, 2. insights from 1 episode you've listened to, 3. 5 companies featured in 2025.
Email to: podcast@progressioglobal.com
Please mention podnews.net in your application.
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