Retail Sales Rep

Master Lock; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company focused on innovating home safety and improvement as a field-based sales professional in the Boston area. You will develop account strategies, assist in training retail associates, and enhance product visibility in various stores. This role is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or individuals eager to start in sales, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

401(k) program with company contribution

Flexible time off benefits

Product discounts

Inclusive fertility/adoption benefits

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in building materials or home improvement.
• Familiarity with the sales process or customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn and grow sales within your assigned territory.
• Assist in conducting product and sales training programs.
• Build relationships with store-level teams.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing

Job description

Company Description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc.is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team who are empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.

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Job Description

This is a field-based role servicing the Boston and surrounding area. Travel within the assigned territory is required, including regular visits to retail locations and distributor meetings.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Learn and grow sales within your assigned territory, working across multiple product categories.
• Develop strategic account visit plans with support from your manager and team.
• Assist in conducting product and sales training programs with retail associates.
• Build relationships with store-level teams to improve product visibility and sales effectiveness.
• Support setup and maintenance of product displays, signage, and pricing in new and existing retail stores.
• Partner with Retail Pro Associates and distributor sales teams to promote Pro Business programs and events.
• Assist In-Home Sales Consultants with product training and customer engagement.
• Manage travel and expenses effectively while supporting territory goals.
• Collaborate with distributor partners and internal stakeholders to align on goals and initiatives.
• Support merchandising standards and ensure execution during store visits.
• Assist in customer claim inspections and propose basic solutions in partnership with Customer Service.
• Recommend improvements to product placement and in-aisle assortment based on your observations.
• Take part in additional assignments and learning opportunities to grow your knowledge and skills.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a willingness to learn.
• Interest in building materials, retail, or home improvement is a plus.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
• Previous sales experience is not required—ideal for recent graduates or those looking to enter the field.
• Familiarity with the sales process or customer service experience.
• Knowledge of retail environments or merchandising.

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range:$44,000 USD - $66,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands is a brand, innovation and channel leader focused on exciting, supercharged categories in the home products, security and commercial building markets. Our portfolio of brands includes Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

Fortune Brands is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois and trades on the NYSE as FBIN

Equal Employment Opportunity:

FBIN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations:

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us [e-mail] let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Resumes submitted to this email address will not be responded to.