Territory Sales Representative

Interstate Waste Services; Germantown (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services is seeking a Territory Sales Representative to acquire and retain customers across the NY/NJ/CT markets. You will build and expand your portfolio, secure new contracts, renewals, and manage accounts to drive growth and commissions.

Ideal candidates have a proven sales track record in waste or related industries, excellent communication, the ability to work independently, and familiarity with Salesforce. A valid driver’s license and knowledge of NYC boroughs are pluses.

Qualifications

• Proven commercial sales track record in waste or related industry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Results-oriented with targets and commission potential.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with Salesforce or CRM tools.
• Fluency in English; Spanish or Chinese a plus.
• Knowledge of NYC boroughs.
• Valid driver’s license; willing to drive throughout the day.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Solicit businesses daily to promote and sell waste services.
• Build a growing book of business with new and existing accounts.
• Identify growth opportunities within territory for waste solutions.
• Develop sales plans to meet revenue targets and renewals.
• Use sales techniques to overcome objections and close deals.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and customer service for service delivery.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competition.
• Upsell additional services to existing clients.
• Maintain accurate CRM records of activities and accounts.

Skills

Proven sales track record

Interpersonal skills

Results-oriented

Independent worker

Salesforce familiarity

English fluency

Spanish or Chinese (a plus)

NYC boroughs knowledge

Driver's license

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Sales tracking tools

Job description

Overview

Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio. IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers.

Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain a part of our team today. We’re proud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business.

Essential Job Summary:

As a Territory Sales Representative, you will play a crucial role in acquiring and retaining customers. Your primary responsibility will be to build, nurture, and expand your portfolio of accounts. In this role, securing new contracts, renewing existing ones, and account management stand as pivotal priorities. With lucrative commission potential, we seek individuals driven to excel in cultivating and sustaining long-term customer relationships while driving business growth.

Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Conduct daily street-level solicitation of businesses to promote and sell waste services.
• Build and maintain a robust book of business by acquiring new accounts and fostering relationships with existing customers.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for growth within your assigned territory, targeting businesses that require waste management solutions.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to meet and exceed revenue targets, with a focus on securing new contracts and renewing existing ones.
• Utilize effective sales techniques and negotiation skills to overcome objections, address customer concerns, and close deals.
• Collaborate closely with the sales team, operations, and customer service departments to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscape to identify opportunities and maintain a competitive edge.
• Continuously seek opportunities to expand product offerings and upsell additional services to existing clients, maximizing revenue potential.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and account updates in the CRM system.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Poven track record of success in commercial sales, preferably in waste management or a related industry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with customers.
• Results-oriented mindset with a drive to exceed sales targets and maximize commission potential.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of sales techniques and strategies, with a focus on customer acquisition, account management and retention.
• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and sales tracking tools is a plus.
• Fluency in English required, Spanish or Chinese is a plus.
• Must have geographic knowledge of NYC’s five boroughs.
• Driver’s license is required; must be comfortable driving throughout the day
• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice.

Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $55,000.00/Yr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $75,000.00/Yr.