Outside Sales Representative

Staffmark; Lafayette (LA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Staffmark is seeking an Outside Sales Representative in Lafayette, LA. This field-based role focuses on building relationships, developing new business, and helping manufacturers reduce costs through innovative packaging solutions.

The position requires experience in outside sales, account management, and CRM proficiency, with travel to facilities and a home-office component. Training and ongoing support are provided as you grow customer accounts and drive revenue.

Qualifications

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

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.
• 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.

Skills

Sales skills

CRM experience

Negotiation

Prospecting

Account management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Sales

Equivalent sales experience

Tools

CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

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)

What You Will Do

As a Outside Sales Representative you will assist customers, respond to inquiries, prepare quotes, process orders, maintain customer records, follow up on sales opportunities, resolve service issues, coordinate with internal departments, and provide timely communication that supports customer satisfaction and business growth while maintaining accurate documentation.

The Outside Sales Representative plays an important role in supporting customers and sales teams through professional communication and dependable administrative support. This position requires adaptability, organization, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

Successful Outside Sales Representative candidates understand customer service principles, business communication, sales processes, and office procedures while supporting efficient daily operations. Consistent professionalism contributes directly to business success.

This role rewards individuals who enjoy helping customers and supporting business operations.