IA - Outside Sales Quad Cities

WESTERN STATES ENVELOPE COMPANY•Iowa City, IA

3d•$50,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Western States Envelope and Label Company, a leader in the industry for over 115 years, is seeking a motivated Outside Sales Representative to drive growth in the Greater Quad Cities, IA area. This role offers a career path with a stable, family-owned company that provides manufacturing expertise and a strong support system. The Outside Sales Representative will be responsible for developing and maintaining client relationships, driving revenue growth in Label and Envelope Sales, and expanding market presence. The company provides comprehensive training, tools, and support for success.

Requirements

Reside in the Quad Cities metro area.
Possess a "hunter" mentality and a desire to build a lucrative career in outside sales.
Possess strong interpersonal skills and can build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
Likely have 5 years or less of professional experience.
Six-month training period.
Must be willing to relocate to Milwaukee, WI, for training, or a combination of home and traveling to Milwaukee for the duration of training.
Valid US driver's license, personal vehicle, great driving record, and insurable.
Computer Literacy: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to travel almost daily within your territory for face-to-face client contact.
Relevant prior outside sales experience or recent graduate with a Sales-focused degree.
Strong negotiation and listening skills.
Must live within the Quad Cities territory.

Responsibilities

Identify new business opportunities in Label and Envelope sales.
Manage your own accounts and drive revenue growth in a recession-resistant industry.
Identify and target potential clients within your assigned territory.
Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed sales targets.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients through regular communication and in-person meetings.
Present, demonstrate and become a subject matter expert for our existing and prospective clients.
Prepare and deliver compelling sales proposals and presentations.
Build and price quotations for customer orders.
Negotiate contracts and close sales deals.
Provide exceptional customer service and support throughout the sales process.
Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities.
Collaborate with our production facilities to ensure seamless order fulfillment and client satisfaction.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales records and reports.