Outside Sales Specialist

Puffco

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 65,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Flexible time-off

LA office

Job summary

Puffco is seeking an Outside Sales Specialist to expand Puffco’s retail footprint by identifying, engaging, and closing new retail partners within an assigned territory. This role covers the first sale from initial introduction through close, then hands off to Account Management for long-term success.

As a culture player, you will represent Puffco in stores and communities, blending new business prospecting with in-store relationship building, education, and premium brand execution.

Qualifications

3-5 years of sales experience (cannabis, CPG, or specialty retail preferred).
Proven ability to prospect, pitch, and close new business.
Comfort working independently in a fast-paced, territory-based role.
Strong communication, organization, and follow-up skills.
Proficiency with CRM tools and basic reporting.
Passion for cannabis culture, concentrates, and premium consumer products.

Responsibilities

Identify, qualify, and secure new retail partners within the assigned territory.
Prospect new accounts through in-person visits, outbound outreach and market research.
Set meetings with buyers and key decision-makers and deliver product pitches.
Own the first sale from introduction through close and hand off to Account Management.
Maintain CRM records for prospects, pipeline, activity and closed business.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with retail partners to drive brand loyalty and sales.
Educate retail staff on Puffco products and brand values; become a Puffco product expert.
Represent Puffco in events, activations, and in-store experiences.

Skills

Sales

Prospecting

Account management

CRM tools

Communication

Organization

Travel-ready

Driver's license

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Who Are We

We are a collective of young-minded, progressive, and agile thinkers focused on creating the future of cannabis consumption. Puffco designs intuitive, elegant, and innovative experiences for the modern concentrate consumer. Our premium product line has earned widespread critical acclaim and set the industry benchmark for quality, performance, and design.

Who Are We

Who Are You

You’re a sales professional who thrives on opening doors, building relationships and winning new business. You’re comfortable being on the road, talking to anyone and turning first conversations into long-term partnerships. You’re organized, resilient, curious about the market and energized by autonomy and accountability.

What’s the Role About

The Outside Sales Specialist is responsible for expanding Puffco’s retail footprint by identifying, engaging, and closing new retail partners within an assigned territory. This role owns the first sale from initial introduction through close, while laying the foundation for long-term account success through a clean handoff to Account Management.

Beyond sales, this role is for a true culture player, someone who actively loves, participates in and helps build the culture and community around concentrates, retail and modern consumption. You are on the front lines of Puffco, representing the brand in real life, in real stores, and in real communities.

This is a highly field-focused role that blends new business prospecting with in-store relationship building, education, and premium brand execution. You will help shape how Puffco shows up in the market, driving not just business development but excitement, loyalty, and community, while playing a key role in building something bigger than a single sale.

Key Responsibilities

New Business Development

Identify, research and qualify new retail partners within assigned territory
Prospect new accounts through in-person visits, outbound outreach and local market research
Set meetings with buyers and key decision-makers
Deliver compelling product pitches and handle early-stage objections
Own the first sale from introduction through close
Ensure a clean and thorough handoff to Account Management post-close
Maintain accurate CRM records for prospects, pipeline, activity and closed business
Partner cross-functionally and provide feedback to HQ on market trends and customer insights

Store Visits & Relationship Management

Build and maintain strategic relationships with retail partners to drive brand loyalty, awareness and sales
Build, plan and execute strategic travel routes to maximize efficiency and impact across multiple client visits
Ensure Puffco products are in stock, clean, organized, and merchandised to premium standards
Assist with warranty support and basic troubleshooting when needed
Help promote and manage staff incentives and retail promotions
Provide detailed visit and event recaps to Channel Manager, Account Manager, and Retail Marketing

Activations & Training

Support retail and client-led event initiatives, activations, and in-store experiences while representing Puffco on the front lines of culture and community
Educate retail associates on concentrates, Puffco brand values and the full Puffco product portfolio
Become a subject‑matter expert on Puffco products, technology, and customer use cases
Tailor education and product demos to help associates confidently recommend the right Puffco product to the right consumer

What You Bring

3-5 years of experience in sales (cannabis, CPG, or specialty retail preferred)
Proven ability to prospect, pitch, and close new business
Comfort working independently in a fast-paced, territory-based role
Strong communication, organization, and follow‑up skills
Proficiency with CRM tools and basic reporting
Passion for cannabis culture, concentrates, and premium consumer products
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs (products, displays, event materials, and demo kits), with or without reasonable accommodation.
Reliability and professionalism
Ability to travel extensively within assigned territory, including multi‑week travel periods
Valid driver’s license and ability to legally operate a motor vehicle for work‑related travel
Reliable transportation for frequent in‑territory travel
Must be able to legally access licensed cannabis retail locations as required for the role.

This role is based in Philadelphia, PA and requires regular travel within territory/region with occasional travel to our Los Angeles HQ.

The compensation range for this role is $60,000 - $65,000 plus monthly commission plan and annual bonus. Individual compensation is determined based on experience and skillset.

Perks and Benefits

Competitive pay, 401K, Medical/Dental/ Vision/Life coverage, Flexible Time-Off
Friendly office in LA Center Studios with a fun casual and comfortable work environment
Snacks, lunches, retreats, and SO much more!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Puffco strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Puffco’s recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Puffco may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.