Independent Sales Representative - Albany, NY

Jostens • Albany, NY

8h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a field-based, 1099 independent contractor position for an entrepreneurial self-starter looking to build their own business within the Albany, NY territory. The role involves growing a market, creating partnerships with schools and communities, and representing the Jostens brand. The representative will have the freedom to manage their business, set goals, and drive results, focusing on signing new business, developing prospects, and leading relationships with schools. Travel up to 70% is expected within the territory.

Requirements

• Passion for contributing to a positive and rewarding school experience.
• Proven experience in consultative, educational, or B2C sales and/or sales management.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and takes ownership of success.
• Track record of developing new business and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Strong financial and operational understanding to run your own business effectively.
• Confident partnering with diverse stakeholders, from administrators to students.
• Willingness to travel regionally and nationally (amount varies by territory).
• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through prospecting, lead generation, and expanding market share.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with school administrators, advisors, teachers, and students.
• Guide school leadership on Jostens products and services to support their goals.
• Maintain your own independent office and manage all business expenses, including travel.
• Recruit, train, and compensate office and sales support as needed.
• Follow all laws applicable to your independent business.
• Uphold Jostens’ values of accountability, integrity, responsibility, and respect.

Benefits

• A proven business model with a track record of longstanding success.
• Opportunity to be a top sales performer, business owner and community leader.
• Innovation, training, marketing and advertising support, including digital and social media.
• Competitive compensation and incentive structure with 100% commission-based compensation (monthly draw) and uncapped earning potential.
• A defined territory of existing customers and prospects.
• Industry leading products and educational programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree