Outside Sales Representative

Staffmark Group; Lafayette (LA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Staffmark Group is hiring an Outside Sales Representative in Lafayette, LA. This field-based role focuses on growing business, developing relationships with manufacturers, and improving packaging solutions through cost savings and efficiency gains.

The ideal candidate has outside sales or business development experience, a track record in account management, and CRM proficiency. Travel within the territory is expected, with a standard weekday schedule and full benefits provided by the client

Qualifications

• Outside sales and business development experience is required.
• CRM and MS Office proficiency preferred.
• Experience in industrial packaging or manufacturing a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow sales within an assigned territory.
• Develop new business through prospecting, referrals, and industry contacts.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers.
• Visit manufacturing facilities to evaluate packaging processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Prepare quotations, proposals, and RFP responses.
• Negotiate pricing, orders, and commercial agreements.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and CRM records.

Skills

Outside sales

Business development

Account management

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related field

Equivalent sales and industry experience considered

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Now hiring for an Outside Sales Representative - Direct Hire
Location: Lafayette, LA
Pay Rate: Base Salary + Commission + Travel Expense Reimbursement (Salary DOE)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Got Sales and People Skills? Turn Them Into Paychecks

Join a growing industrial packaging organization as an Outside Sales Representative. This field-based role is ideal for an experienced sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing new business, and helping manufacturers reduce costs through innovative packaging solutions.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field preferred
• Equivalent sales and industry experience will be considered

Experience Requirements

• Previous success in outside sales, business development, account management, or a related sales role
• Industrial packaging, bulk bag (FIBC), chemical, food ingredient, agricultural, or manufacturing industry experience preferred
• Experience developing new business and managing customer accounts
• CRM and Microsoft Office experience preferred

Job Duties

• Manage and grow sales within an assigned territory
• Develop new business through prospecting, referrals, and industry contacts
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers
• Visit manufacturing facilities to evaluate packaging processes and identify improvement opportunities
• Recommend cost-saving and operational efficiency solutions
• Manage projects from initial contact through implementation
• Prepare quotations, proposals, and RFP responses
• Negotiate pricing, orders, and commercial agreements
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and CRM records
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, and customer service teams

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to travel as needed throughout the assigned territory
• Ability to visit manufacturing facilities and production environments
• Ability to work independently from a home office

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer.