Outside Sales Representative

Uline is a well-established, family-owned company recognized as North America's leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials. With over 9,800 employees spanning 14 locations and 17 sales offices across the continent, Uline has built a strong reputation among businesses of all sizes and industries for providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service. The company is headquartered in the United States and is known for its commitment to operational excellence, employee development, and a drug-free workplace. Uline requires all new hires to complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening to maintain safety and uphold its standards. As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Uline embraces diversity and inclusion, welcoming veterans and individuals with disabilities to join their workforce.

Located in Kansas City, Missouri, this opportunity is for an Outside Sales Representative position with an annual salary ranging between $75,000 to $110,000. This role is designed for a motivated sales professional who is passionate about building lasting relationships with clients and expanding their territory. The successful candidate will represent Uline’s expansive catalog of 43,000 high-quality products, identifying new business opportunities and managing an existing portfolio to deliver tailored solutions to businesses across numerous industries.

The Outside Sales Representative acts as the 'CEO' of their territory, responsible for driving growth in the Kansas City market by engaging with customers directly through on-site visits and strategic communication. Mondays are dedicated to planning and scheduling customer interactions, while Tuesdays through Fridays focus on face-to-face meetings to better understand customer needs, offer product demonstrations, and negotiate terms. In addition to individual contribution, this role also offers the chance to be part of a collaborative sales team based in Omaha, Nebraska, fostering camaraderie through regular training sessions and departmental meetings.

New hires benefit from an extensive onboarding experience, including four weeks of specialized sales training tailored to Uline's products and processes, followed by a 12-week mentorship program to ensure continuous professional growth and success. The company values ongoing career development and provides opportunities to learn from experienced team members, empowering employees to excel in their roles and pursue long-term career advancement within the organization.

Candidates bringing at least five years of previous sales experience are preferred but not mandatory if the individual demonstrates exceptional communication, problem-solving, and presentation skills. A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are essential due to the travel-intensive nature of the role. Uline’s compensation package also offers an attractive bonus program, access to health insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match from day one, paid holidays, generous paid time off, and additional perks such as internet and mobile phone allowances and auto mileage reimbursement.

This position is ideal for self-driven sales professionals looking to take ownership of their sales territory while being supported by the expertise and resources of a leading company in the distribution industry. Uline’s reputation for quality products and customer-centric service combined with its robust training and benefits package makes it a highly attractive destination for anyone seeking to grow their career in outside sales.