Outside Sales Representative

Ameristaff; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions in Roanoke, VA is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to build and grow B2B client relationships in the greater Roanoke area. The role requires 1–3+ years of B2B sales experience and a customer-focused mindset.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate’s degree or higher in Marketing, Business, or a related field and possess strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Assoc degree or higher in Marketing, Business, or related field.
• 1-3+ years of business-to-business sales or related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Strong sales, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or related software.
• Candidates selected for consideration will be required to complete an Outside Sales Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing business-to-business customers.
• Identify prospective customers and generate new business opportunities within the assigned market or territory.
• Conduct outside sales activities, including prospecting, customer visits, presentations, and follow-up.
• Understand customer needs and recommend appropriate products or services.
• Negotiate sales opportunities while maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Maintain consistent communication with prospective and existing customers.
• Track sales activity, customer interactions, and opportunities while maintaining accurate records.
• Work toward established sales goals and performance expectations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer needs are met and issues are resolved promptly.
• Stay informed of market trends, customer needs, and potential business opportunities.
• Perform other sales-related duties as assigned.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in Marketing, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions is seeking a motivated and results-driven Outside Sales Representative to support a growing organization in the greater Roanoke, VA area.The ideal candidate will have experience in business-to-business sales, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to identify opportunities, develop new business, and provide excellent service to customers.

Benefits of the Outside Sales Representative:

Opportunity to develop and grow business-to-business client relationships.

Fast-paced, customer-focused work environment.

Opportunity for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities of the Outside Sales Representative:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing business-to-business customers.

Identify prospective customers and generate new business opportunities within the assigned market or territory.

Conduct outside sales activities, including prospecting, customer visits, presentations, and follow-up.

Understand customer needs and recommend appropriate products or services.

Negotiate sales opportunities while maintaining strong customer relationships.

Maintain consistent communication with prospective and existing customers.

Track sales activity, customer interactions, and opportunities while maintaining accurate records.

Work toward established sales goals and performance expectations.

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer needs are met and issues are resolved promptly.

Stay informed of market trends, customer needs, and potential business opportunities.

Perform other sales-related duties as assigned.

Requirements of the Outside Sales Representative:

Associate’s degree or higher in Marketing, Business, or a related field.

1-3+ years of business-to-business sales or related experience.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.

Strong sales, presentation, and negotiation abilities.

Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities.

Ability to perform well in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office or related software.

Candidates selected for consideration will be required to complete an Outside Sales Assessment as part of the hiring process.

Since 1985, AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions has been providing staffing support to companies throughout Virginia and North Carolina. AmeriStaff's first clients were mostly textile and furniture. From our beginnings in seasonal industrial staffing, we have expanded to include: healthcare, nursing, clerical, accounting, technical, direct hire and temp to hire, just to name a few. In addition to servicing a wide variety of clients, we have also provided tens of thousands of job seekers with employment opportunities. AmeriStaff has 8 locations servicing Virginia and North Carolina. Our service areas in Virginia include: South Boston, Halifax County, Mecklenburg, Chase City, Clarksville, Danville, Pittsylvania County, Chatham, Martinsville, Henry County, Rocky Mount, Franklin County, Stuart, Patrick County. In North Carolina, we service: Eden, Reidsville, Rockingham County, Stoneville, Madison, Greensboro, High Point, Yanceyville, Roxboro, Person County, Burlington, Mebane and surrounding areas.