Software Acceleration Associate; Entry Level Sales - Paramus

Software Acceleration Associate (Entry Level Sales) - New Jersey About the Position

If you have 1–2 years of outbound sales experience and want to break into software account management, this program is built for you.

We’re launching a 6‑Month Software Acceleration Program designed to identify, develop, and evaluate high‑potential talent for our Software Account Management (SAM) team. This is your chance to transition from prospecting to really closing roles. This prepares talent for placement into our Software Account Representative (SAR) or Senior SAR roles.

• Top performers will advance directly into a Software Account Representative (SAR) role.
• Exceptional performers may be considered for Senior Software Account Representative (Sr SAR) placement.
• Those who do not meet performance expectations may conclude participation at the end of the program.

If you want a true pathway into Software Account Management, you will want to take a close look at this role.

In this role, you’ll work in a high energy, outbound sales environment built to demonstrate your existing outbound selling skills while accelerating your ability to advance deals, influence buying decisions, and drive SaaS revenue.

• Drive outbound outreach and actively create qualified sales opportunities.
• Deliver compelling, value-driven messaging to SMB and mid‑market prospects.
• Execute structured call, email, and Linked In engagement strategies.
• Partner closely with SAM leaders and sales partners to refine conversion tactics.
• Strengthen your SaaS sales acumen through ongoing coaching, training, and hands‑on platform experience.
• Demonstrate consistent performance within a structured evaluation framework.

This program is ideal for candidates who have:

• 1–2 years of outbound sales experience (SaaS preferred but not required).
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience.
• Confidence engaging with decision makers across phone, email, and social channels.
• Ability to manage high volume, handle objections, and build pipeline.
• Desire to strengthen full‑cycle SaaS sales skills in a closing role.
• Comfort working within structured goals, metrics, and performance expectations.
• A growth mindset and strong coachability.
• Willingness and ability to meet clients face‑to‑face as you grow your network and unleash sales success.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must successfully complete pre‑employment screening process, as required.
• Must successfully complete any required training or orientation courses, as needed.

This role is intentionally designed as a launchpad into Software Account Management, offering:

• A 6‑month accelerated program focused on outbound software selling.
• Competitive compensation package with performance‑based incentives.
• Hands‑on exposure to our Software Account Management (SAM) teams and full sales cycle.
• Real opportunity to move into SAR or Sr SAR based on performance following 6‑month performance.
• Skill‑building that positions you for long‑term career growth in software sales.

• High performers will advance into a Software Account Representative (SAR) role.
• Top performers may be considered for Senior SAR.
• Non‑performers may conclude the program without transition.

• Clear pathway into full‑cycle software sales.
• Competitive compensation package with performance‑based incentives.
• Hands‑on mentorship and professional development.
• A modern sales organization with transparent career progression.

Life requires balance. So we provide benefits around health and wellness, continued education, and work/life balance to help you live your best life when you’re working…and when you’re not.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus a wellness program with added incentives.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match and employee stock purchase plan.
• Continuing education benefits with tuition assistance programs.
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, sick, personal, and year‑end close.

Thryv is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to gender, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, national…