Sales, Business Development, Sales Representative
Listed on 2026-05-26
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Sales
Business Development, Sales Representative -
Business
Business Development
Wholesale Sales Representative (Off-Price Retail)
Location: Central, New Jersey (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday through Friday
Salary: $60k to $100k per year (commensurate with experience) plus commission
We are a leading housewares company looking for a superstar Wholesale Sales Representative to join our expanding team. Whether you are a hungry entry-level professional eager to learn the industry or a seasoned mid-level salesperson with a deep rolodex, we want to hear from you. We specialize in the fast-paced off-price and big-box channels, and we need a high-energy individual who understands the unique lifecycle of these accounts.
This role is about more than just selling products; it is about managing high-volume relationships and executing the specific logistical and strategic processes that allow our brands to thrive in the off-price market.
- Manage and grow relationships with buyers at major off-price and big-box retailers.
- Navigate the end-to-end sales process specific to the off-price channel, including product pitching, price negotiation, and order finalization.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the housewares, textiles, or apparel sectors.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify "hot" categories and inventory opportunities.
- Collaborate with the warehouse and logistics teams to ensure timely shipping and compliance with retailer-specific routing guides.
- Prepare and present curated product assortments that meet the margin and branding requirements of our retail partners.
- Attend trade shows and industry events to represent the brand and forge new connections.
- Experience in the off-price or big-box channel is required for the mid-level role (Housewares, Textiles, or Apparel experience preferred).
- A clear understanding of the off-price sales process, including buy-backs, closeouts, and private label opportunities.
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships with retail buying teams.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with a "hunter" mentality.
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to manage complex inventory lists.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple high-volume accounts simultaneously.
- For mid-level candidates, a documented history of meeting or exceeding sales quotas in the wholesale space.
- Competitive base salary with a lucrative commission structure and uncapped earning potential.
- Comprehensive benefits package and a professional, supportive work environment.
- The opportunity to work with a diverse and exciting range of housewares products.
- Upward mobility and career growth within a stable and expanding New Jersey-based company.
- Mentorship for entry-level candidates and professional autonomy for mid-level veterans.
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