Outside Sales Representative

Laird Plastics; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Profit Sharing

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Life insurance

401k with matching benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A performance plastics distributor in Kansas City, MO, is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to cultivate new business and manage key accounts. The ideal candidate will possess strong sales skills, a proven track record, and a high school diploma. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including medical insurance, profit sharing, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful client acquisition and business development.
• High level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Actively manage and call upon key accounts.
• Collaborate with Inside Sales Reps.
• Update and maintain CRM information.
• Identify customer buying trends.
• Understand our value proposition.

Skills

Strong business writing skills

Verbal presentation skills

Positive and enthusiastic attitude

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Ability to think independently

Sales goals achievement

Value pricing principles application

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BA or BS Degree (preferred)

Job description

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Laird Plastics Senior Recruitment Specialist

POSITION: Outside Sales Representative

About the role:

The Outside Sales Representative is the heart and soul of our sales force. Are you a hunter and solution‑driven seller who loves the thrill of cultivating new business and delivering results? The Outside Sales Representative at Laird Plastics will represent and sell the most extensive selection of trusted performance plastics brands, a solution‑oriented strategy, and an unmatched commitment to our customers. Our most successful OSRs are quick learners, self‑competitive, empathetic, and highly skilled at reading people and situations. If this sounds like you, this opportunity may be a great fit!

What you’ll do:

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, loyalty, and retention through exceptional sales and service
• Actively manage and call upon key accounts (current and prospective) regularly
• Collaborate with Inside Sales Reps to drive new business growth throughout territory
• Enter, update, and maintain CRM information on leads, prospects, and opportunities
• Identify customer’s buying trends and strategize a plan to further meet their needs
• Thoroughly understand our value proposition to meet client needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

We are looking for passionate leaders who bring initiative and creativity while putting the customer at the center of all they do!

What you’ll need:

• Strong business writing and verbal presentation skills including storytelling in both formats
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude with an eagerness to learn and grow
• Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to think and act independently within a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Proven track record of successful client acquisition and business development
• Outstanding organizational, time management, and planning skills
• Ambitious mindset with a documented success in exceeding sales goals and objectives
• Understanding of and demonstrated ability to apply value pricing principles to optimize profitability
• High level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism
• High School Diploma or GED required
• (Preferred) BA or BS Degree (Business, Sales, Marketing, etc.) or substantial equivalent business experience

How does Laird Plastics support you?

About the Company: Laird Plastics provides comprehensive supply chain coordination to the industry's leading manufacturers, distributing plastic sheets, rods, and films through our 50+ locations. We proudly service major industries in aerospace, signage & print graphics, transportation, manufacturing, semiconductor, marine, military & government, medical and more!

Benefits: We offer a competitive base salary, Profit Sharing, dental, medical, and life insurance, 401k with matching benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid maternity and paternity leave, opportunity for growth and career advancement, and more.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Plastics Manufacturing

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Inferred from the description for this job

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance
• Tuition assistance

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