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Outside Sales Representative

UniFirst • Knoxville, TN • 23h ago

Knoxville, Tennessee

Job ID: 2602867

Overview

This is not just another "Sales Job." It's the start of your new Sales Career!

Full-Time

Travel: Local

Perks

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Uncapped Commission

5-Star Trip for 2 for top performers

401K

Tutition Reimbursment

Profit Sharing

Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities

At UniFirst, we're a global leader in uniform rental and facility service solutions for businesses across industries - from manufacturing and food processing to healthcare and hospitality. With a reputation for superior service and long-term customer partnerships, every uniform, product, and service we offer comes with integrity, commitment, and hard work. Come join a team that always delivers!

Why Join Us?:

Sell essential, recession-resistant services

Represent a trusted brand with high customer retention

Be part of a supportive sales team that offers consistent 1:1 coaching, ongoing sales learning, and real growth opportunities

Position Summary:

We're seeking a high-performing B2B Sales Representative to drive new business growth in an assigned territory. The ideal candidate thrives on prospecting, closing complex contracts, and building long-term relationships with business clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Prospect and qualify leads across a defined territory through cold calling, networking, referrals, and in-person visits

Conduct on-site assessments and presentations for uniform rental, floor care, restroom, and facility service programs

Develop tailored proposals and close multi-year service agreements

Maintain and update CRM with accurate client information and activity

Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales quotas

Collaborate with service and operations teams to ensure seamless customer onboarding

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary + monthly uncapped commissions and quarterly bonuses

Monthly car allowance and fuel card

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match

Paid time off and holidays

Career advancement opportunities into Sales management or National Accounts

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

0-2+ years of B2B sales experience (uniform rental, industrial supply, waste management, safety gear, or janitorial services preferred)

Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and managing a full sales cycle

Strong negotiation and closing skills

Self-motivated and goal-oriented

Willingness to take coaching and feedback

Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and a reliable vehicle

Individuals who drive their personal vehicles for business purposes will be required to comply with minimum auto insurance requirements per UniFirst's standards

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at(800) 213-8979 (tel:+800-347-7888) to let us know the nature of your request.

UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.

UniFirst is an equal employment employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or call to let us know the nature of your request.

Skills & Traits

What makes a successful Outside Sales Representative at UniFirst? Check out the traits we're looking for and see if you have what it takes.

Ethical 10

Resourceful 10

Persuasive 9

Competitive 10

Assertive 10

Optimistic

Confident

Self-Disciplined

Coachable

Hardworking

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