Independent Manufacturer Sales Rep - Consumer Products

Flag Stars Inc

3h•Remote

About The Position

FlagStars Inc. is seeking independent sales representatives and agencies to sell its consumer products to retail and wholesale buyers. The product line includes American flags made in the USA, imported flagpoles, hardware and accessories, and hats and apparel decorated in the USA. Representatives will develop new accounts that have not previously purchased from FlagStars and may sell to regional retail chains, independent retail groups, big-box and distributor buyers, and organizations and businesses across a variety of channels. Seasonal sales peaks include Memorial Day, July 4th, Veterans Day, and America 250. This is a remote, non-exclusive, commission-only independent contractor opportunity for a representative operating through an LLC, corporation, or sole proprietorship. There is no base salary and no fee to join. Representatives set their own schedule and methods and may retain other non-competing lines. Commission is paid monthly with itemized statements; registered leads are protected, and additional bonuses are available as accounts grow. Commission rates and bounty details are shared during the interview.

Requirements

Operate a sales agency or registered business and provide a W-9 and a current line card or website.
Have at least 3 years of experience selling consumer products to store owners, retail buyers, or distributors.
Have at least 3 accounts where orders were placed in the last 90 days and provide one buyer reference the company may contact.
Represent complementary, non-competing product lines that provide access to relevant buyers.
Have a defined territory and own vehicle, phone, and tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience placing products in retail chains, big-box, grocery, or mass retail, including vendor onboarding, line reviews, category buyers, planograms, and retail programs.
Strong negotiation and closing skills and long-term buyer relationships.
A written first-90-day plan for introducing the FlagStars line.
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Comfort using AI tools for prospecting and outreach.
Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Sell FlagStars consumer products to new retail, wholesale, and organizational accounts.
Develop business with regional retail chains, independent retail groups, big-box buyers, and distributors.
Pursue relevant channels, including gift and souvenir shops, hardware and farm-and-ranch stores, outdoor and sporting goods retailers, garden centers, funeral homes, schools, veteran and civic organizations, promotional products, and corporate gifting.
Introduce the FlagStars product line to prospective buyers and develop accounts that have not previously purchased from the company.
Submit a line card, territory and channels, and examples of three accounts where orders were placed within the last 90 days as part of the application.