Outside Sales Representative (Staunton)
The Outside Sales Representative at Confidential Client is an entry-level role focused on selling material-handling products within a designated territory. The position involves making numerous daily sales calls to qualify prospects, generating leads, and collaborating with internal teams to support sales efforts. This role offers growth potential into various commissioned sales positions and requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This is an entry-level outside sales role focused on building a pipeline and developing into higher-level commissioned sales positions (Account Representative, Aftermarket Sales Representative, Account Manager, etc.). You will:
- Sell select products within a defined geographical territory and assigned accounts.
- Make 20–30 sales contacts daily (in-person and by phone) to qualify prospects and generate leads.
- Track leads, follow up on inquiries, and maintain accurate activity records.
- Support local and corporate sales campaigns and participate in team activities.
- Attend training locally, in the field, and occasionally at the corporate training center.
- Coordinate with branch and cross-functional teams to support customer needs and demos.
Who You Are / Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, professional selling, or related field is a plus.
- Strong communicator with good organizational and time-management skills.
- Self-motivated, responsible, and able to work effectively both independently and on a team.
- Comfortable making high-volume outreach calls and in-person visits.
- Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
- Ability to safely operate lift trucks for product demonstrations (training provided).
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated salary: $50,547 per year (estimated).
- Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which may include health, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, a Flexible Benefits Plan, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, life and disability benefits, paid parental leave, paid holidays, paid vacation, and tuition reimbursement.
- Ongoing training and clear advancement pathways into commissioned sales roles.
Work Authorization & Hiring Notes
- Our client will only employ individuals legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. Candidates requiring current or future sponsorship are not eligible.
- No agency calls, please.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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