Commission Sales Associate

American ShowCase & Equipment; New Jersey; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

American ShowCase & Equipment in New Jersey is seeking a Commission Sales Associate for a full-time, on-site role. You will generate new business and maintain relationships with food service operators, contractors, designers, and distributors, providing quotes and product options that meet customer needs.

You will coordinate with the manufacturing team to ensure accurate specifications, delivery timelines, and customer satisfaction, track sales activities, and pursue agreed revenue targets while

Qualifications

• Sales and customer relationship skills including prospecting, lead follow-up, negotiation, and closing deals.
• Ability to explain technical product details related to commercial kitchen equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with customers, contractors, and internal teams.
• Basic math and estimating skills for quotes and reviewing drawings or specifications.
• Organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple opportunities and deadlines.
• Comfort working in an on-site manufacturing environment with production and operations staff.
• Prior experience in commission-based sales or related industries preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further education in sales is a plus.
• Valid authorization to work in the United States and reliable transportation to the New Jersey facility.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and cold outreach to generate new business.
• Respond to inquiries and prepare quotes.
• Present product options meeting customer requirements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing team to ensure specs and delivery timelines.
• Track sales activities and follow up on leads.
• Meet sales and revenue targets.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer relationships

Negotiation

Communication skills

Estimating

Time management

Collaboration

Industry knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description American ShowCase & Equipment is a local manufacturer specializing in commercial kitchen equipment and custom stainless-steel solutions. The company produces products such as sneeze guards, chef tables, dish tables, and overshelves for a variety of food service environments. As a hands-on manufacturing business, American ShowCase & Equipment focuses on quality craftsmanship, durability, and practical design. Team members work closely with customers to deliver tailored equipment that meets specific operational and safety needs.

Role Description The Commission Sales Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in New Jersey, United States. This position focuses on generating new business and maintaining relationships with food service operators, contractors, designers, and distributors who need commercial kitchen equipment and custom stainless-steel solutions. Day-to-day responsibilities include prospecting and cold outreach, responding to inquiries, preparing quotes, and presenting product options that meet customer requirements. The role involves coordinating closely with the manufacturing team to ensure accurate specifications, delivery timelines, and customer satisfaction. The Commission Sales Associate will track sales activities, follow up on leads, and meet agreed-upon sales and revenue targets while representing the company professionally in person, by phone, and via email.

Qualifications

• Sales and customer relationship skills, including prospecting, lead follow-up, negotiation, and closing deals.
• Ability to understand and explain technical product details related to commercial kitchen equipment and custom stainless-steel fabrication.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with customers, contractors, and internal manufacturing teams.
• Basic math and estimating skills for preparing accurate quotes and reviewing drawings or specifications.
• Organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple opportunities, track activities, and meet deadlines.
• Comfort working in an on-site manufacturing environment and collaborating with production and operations staff.
• Prior experience in commission-based sales, food service equipment, construction, or related industries is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in sales or business is a plus.
• Valid authorization to work in the United States and reliable transportation to the New Jersey facility.