Part-time remote sales is one of the most underrated ways to earn serious money on a flexible schedule. Whether you're a parent, student, semi-retired, or building something on the side, there are real part-time sales roles that pay $25-$75/hour — not just commission-only 1099 gigs.
Types of Part-Time Remote Sales Jobs
Part-time remote sales roles fall into a few categories:
- Appointment setters — Set qualified meetings for a sales team. Typically 15-25 hours/week. Pay: $20-$40/hour + bonuses per qualified meeting.
- Inside sales reps (part-time) — Handle inbound leads or work a reduced book. Pay: $25-$50/hour or base + commission.
- Commission-only sales — Sell on your own schedule. No cap on earnings but no guaranteed income. Common in insurance, real estate, and SaaS affiliate programs.
- SDR/BDR (fractional) — Startups that can't afford a full-time SDR hire part-time outbound reps. Pay: $25-$45/hour, often 20 hours/week.
- Customer success / account management (part-time) — Manage existing accounts, handle renewals and upsells. Less prospecting, more relationship management.
Where to Find Part-Time Remote Sales Jobs
Part-time roles are harder to find on major job boards because they're often filled through networks or specialized platforms. Here's where to look:
- RemoteSalesJobs.co — Filter for part-time and flexible roles specifically in sales.
- Startups — Early-stage companies often need part-time sales help. Check AngelList, Y Combinator's Work at a Startup, and startup Slack communities.
- Agencies — Sales development agencies hire part-time SDRs to work on client campaigns. Companies like Martal Group, CIENCE, and SalesPro Leads do this regularly.
- Freelance platforms — Upwork and Fiverr have growing categories for B2B sales freelancers, especially appointment setting and lead generation.
Realistic Earnings
At 20 hours/week:
- Appointment setter: $2,000-$4,000/month
- Part-time SDR: $2,500-$5,000/month
- Commission-only: $0-$10,000+/month (highly variable)
- Part-time inside sales: $3,000-$6,000/month
The sweet spot for most people is a part-time SDR or appointment setting role at 20 hours/week. It's enough to earn a meaningful income without the full-time grind, and it keeps your sales skills sharp if you're planning to go full-time later.