Outside Territory Sales Representative – NYC area

Outside Territory Sales Representative – Greater NYC area

Department: Sales

Reports To: Commercial and Residential Sales Managers

Territory: New York (Greater NYC area)

Employment Type: Full-Time and In-person

Apollo Distributing Company is a fourth-generation, family-owned flooring distributor serving the Northeast since 1920. We partner with flooring retailers, contractors, builders, designers, and commercial professionals by providing quality products, reliable service, and industry expertise. Our culture is built on integrity, teamwork, and long-term relationships.

Apollo Distributing Company is seeking a motivated and relationship-driven Outside Territory Sales Representative to manage and grow our Greater NYC area territory.

This position is responsible for developing new business, strengthening existing customer relationships, and driving product specifications within the commercial flooring industry. The ideal candidate will build and maintain relationships with architects and designers, flooring dealers, contractors, property managers, developers, and other key decision-makers while expanding Apollo’s presence throughout the territory.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, organized, and comfortable managing an assigned territory independently while collaborating with Apollo’s internal sales and operations teams to deliver exceptional customer service.

• Manage and grow the assigned New York territory through consistent customer visits, relationship development, and account management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with architects and designers, flooring dealers, contractors, property managers, developers, and commercial flooring professionals.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand existing customer accounts.
• Generate product specifications and track projects from design through installation.
• Promote Apollo’s product offerings and provide flooring solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Represent Apollo professionally at customer meetings, industry events, and project discussions.
• Collaborate with internal sales, customer service, and operations teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Maintain accurate territory activity, customer information, and project updates.

• Self-motivated, relationship-driven, and comfortable working independently in the field.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented with strong follow-through.
• Ability to manage daily priorities and travel throughout the assigned territory.

• Previous experience in sales, customer service, account management, or another relationship-focused role.
• Interest in learning commercial flooring products, specifications, and project sales processes.
• Experience working with contractors, designers, architects, dealers, or other business customers.

• Competitive benefits package
• Medical and dental insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Career growth opportunities
• Established family-owned company with over 100 years of industry experience
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Apollo Distributing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.