Direct Appointment Setter - Des Plaines

Join our growing team of Chicago Area Direct Marketing Associates! Renewal by Andersen is the full-service replacement window division of Andersen Corporation. We are united by the common goal of making a difference in the lives of our homeowners and the communities we serve. We are looking for a Direct Marketing Associate in the greater Chicago area!

This position earns uncapped commission in addition to base pay. Successful candidates are expected to earn over $80,000 on-target earnings (OTE) in the first year. Base pay starts at $20 an hour and is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process.

This position is responsible for engaging in generating highly qualified leads by engaging in door-to-door canvassing. The canvasser must record accurate data regarding prospective customers and the targeted market area. Individuals in this role will be eligible for a base monthly driving incentive with variable mileage reimbursement.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Paid holidays plus PTO
• 401(k) plan & contributions
• Professional development & tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Work‑life balance culture
• Collaboration-focused environment
• Volunteer opportunities on company time
• Environmentally conscious business decisions
• Profit sharing: $3,500 per eligible employee, paid quarterly

• Generate leads by engaging in door-to-door canvassing in the assigned territory and creating qualified sales opportunities as instructed by the Canvassing Program Manager.
• Transport yourself to the assigned territory and work independently while representing Renewal by Andersen with the utmost professionalism.
• Use Renewal by Andersen mapping program and business applications to accurately record house-to-house information and data tracking.
• Maintain a courteous, neat, and clean appearance in proper uniform with required municipality permitting at all times.
• Attend company meetings as required.
• Communicate with the Canvassing Program Manager ideas that can improve the effectiveness of the canvassing program policies.
• Master Renewal by Andersen methodology, products, and current promotional offerings and become a Signature Service expert.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Minimum age of 18 to be covered under company driving insurance policy.
• Reliable transportation to navigate the territory.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Goal-oriented and self‑motivated.
• Ability to navigate multiple platforms on tablets.
• Physically able to stand and walk 3 to 5 miles a day.

Our vision is to make the world a better place by living up to the promise that everyone benefits from their association with Anderson. We are committed to making a difference through challenging ourselves each day, recognizing and rewarding success, taking pride in our work, and honoring a legacy built on doing the right thing. We balance life outside work to bring our best selves to work, and we foster a culture of mutual respect and appreciation of our differences so that each employee can realize their potential and exceed our customers’ expectations.

Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.