Outside Sales Representative

IPS Packaging & Automation; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision insurance

Telemedicine

FSA/HSA options

Premium‑free medical insurance 2026

Two weeks vacation + PTO

Job summary

IPS Packaging & Automation is seeking a results‑driven sales professional to own and grow a dedicated territory. You will build strong customer relationships, identify market opportunities, and deliver tailored packaging solutions in partnership with IPS engineering and automation teams.

The role offers base salary plus uncapped commission, quarterly bonuses, and full company support to help you expand your market presence while working within a family‑led, veteran‑owned culture that values

Qualifications

• 2+ years of outside or B2B sales experience (preferred).
• Hunter mentality—competitive, self‑motivated, resilient, and results‑driven.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Packaging or industrial sales experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with customers and become a trusted partner in their business.
• Build and grow your sales territory by identifying opportunities and expanding market presence.
• Partner with IPS engineering and automation teams to deliver packaging solutions that meet real customer needs.
• Drive profitable growth by identifying opportunities and delivering value‑driven solutions.
• Stay ahead of market trends and serve as an informed resource for your clients.

Skills

Outside sales

B2B sales

Hunter mentality

Customer relationships

Tools

CRM software

MS Excel

Job description

Ready to Own Your Territory and Your Income?

At IPS Packaging & Automation, we’ve been transforming the packaging industry for 50 years, delivering innovative, cutting-edge solutions that help businesses of all sizes move forward. From our humble beginnings in 1976 with a single warehouse in Greenville, SC, we have grown into a nationwide operation with more than 17 locations and a continued commitment to expanding our footprint. Our success comes from our deep industry expertise and problem-solving mindset. We design cost-effective, high-performing packaging solutions that protect every product our customers ship. Beyond offering a full range of packaging supplies, we provide value-added services including custom design, engineering, automation, equipment sales, and ongoing support. As a proud 2nd‑generation, veteran‑owned company and a recipient of the 2025 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award, we care deeply for our teammates and the communities we serve. IPS fosters a dynamic, performance‑driven environment where careers can thrive. Whether you are a customer or a candidate, we believe in growing together.

Why IPS?

• Base salary + uncapped commission (your effort = your earnings)
• Quarterly bonuses
• Freedom to manage your territory with full company support
• Family-led, veteran-owned, award-winning culture
• 2025 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion recipient

What You’ll Do

• Develop strong relationships with customers and become a trusted partner in their business
• Build and grow your sales territory by identifying opportunities and expanding market presence
• Partner with IPS engineering and automation teams to deliver packaging solutions that meet real customer needs
• Drive profitable growth by identifying opportunities and delivering value-driven solutions
• Stay ahead of market trends and serve as an informed resource for your clients

What You Bring

• 2+ years of outside or B2B sales experience (preferred)
• Hunter mentality — competitive, self‑motivated, resilient, and results‑driven
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Packaging or industrial sales experience is a plus

Perks + Benefits

• Employee events and celebrations.
• Competitive benefits package, including: 401(k) match with 50 cents per dollar for the first 6% of salary, up to a maximum of $5,000 matched.
• Comprehensive medical coverage, telemedicine, FSA/HSA options.
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.
• One month of premium‑free medical insurance for 2026.
• Other supplemental benefits.
• Two weeks of vacation plus PTO.