Independent Sales Representative

Coi Rubber Products, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

COi Rubber Products, Inc. is seeking a part-time Independent Sales Representative in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. You will prospect, qualify, and close sales for molded rubber and plastic components, contract manufacturing, and engineering support.

Responsibilities include managing a sales pipeline, delivering proposals, coordinating with internal teams on pricing, and reporting on performance. A strong network in automotive, HVAC, or related industries is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or business development within manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Strong prospecting and qualifying skills for new opportunities.
• Ability to build and maintain long-term customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and qualify new business opportunities in target industries.
• Conduct in-person meetings and present capabilities.
• Manage sales pipeline and prepare proposals and quotes.
• Coordinate pricing with internal teams and follow up to close deals.
• Gather market intelligence and report on sales activities.

Skills

Sales & BD

Account management

Communication

Presentation

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Business/Engineering coursework

Job description

Company Description

COi Rubber Products, Inc. is a U.S.-owned custom manufacturer specializing in molded rubber and plastic components, supported by an IATF 16949 certified manufacturing facility. The company provides contract manufacturing, engineering support, and value-added services tailored to diverse customer requirements. With streamlined logistics, flexibility, and strong technical expertise, COi Rubber Products serves a wide range of industries including automotive, agriculture, HVAC, appliances, dairy, trucking, baby products, and electronics. Headquartered in Diamond Bar, California, the company also operates a sales office and warehouse in Pomona and a distribution warehouse in Mira Loma, enabling responsive service to clients. Prospective customers can submit drawings for prompt quotations, reflecting the firm’s commitment to custom solutions and efficient turnaround.

Role Description

The Independent Salestative is a part-time, on-site role based in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. Responsibilities include prospecting and qualifying new business opportunities, particularly within target industries such as automotive, agriculture, HVAC, appliances, and related sectors. The representative will conduct in-person meetings, build long-term customer relationships, and present COi Rubber Products’ capabilities in custom molded rubber and plastic components, contract manufacturing, and engineering support. Day-to-day activities involve managing a sales pipeline, preparing and delivering proposals, coordinating with internal teams on pricing and quoting, and following up to close sales. The role also includes gathering market intelligence, attending industry events or customer visits as needed, and providing regular reporting on sales activities and performance.

Qualifications

Sales and business development skills, includind qualification, and closing deals.

Account management and customer relationship skills to maintain and grow existing business.

Basic technical aptitude to understand molded rubber and plastic components, manufacturing processes, and engineering support services.

Communication and presentation skills for in-person meetings, proposals, and negotiations.

Organizational and time-management skills to handle a part-time schedule while managing multiple opportunities.

Experience selling into industrial or manufacturing sectors (e.g., automotive, agriculture, HVAC, appliances, electronics) is highly beneficial.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment in a representative capacity.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for on-site customer visits within the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in business, engineering, or a related field is a