Outside Sales Representative

Job Title: Outside Sales RepresentativeJob Type: Full-timeLocation: Kentucky3Z Brands has an exciting opportunity for a Kentucky based sales professionalDirect hire or 1099 candidates will be consideredResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage relationships with mattress retailers, furniture stores, sleep shops, and other retail partners within the assigned territory.Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand distribution and increase market share.Conduct in-store product training and demonstrations for retail sales associates to ensure strong product knowledge and effective customer selling.Support retail partners with merchandising, product placement, and promotional initiatives to enhance brand visibility and drive sales.Monitor retail floor displays to ensure proper product presentation and compliance with company merchandising standards.Collaborate with retail partners on sales promotions, marketing initiatives, and inventory planning.Attend industry events, trade shows, and regional market events to promote the company's products and identify potential new accounts.Train Retail Sales Associate on 3Z Brands product attributes and consumer sales techniques.Analyze territory performance and identify opportunities for growth within existing accounts.Maintain regular communication with customers to ensure satisfaction and address service or product concerns.Prepare and submit sales reports, territory updates, and forecasting information to management.Stay informed about industry trends, competitor products, and emerging sleep technology innovations.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field preferred.Minimum 5 years of outside sales experience within:Mattress or bedding industryFurniture or home furnishingsConsumer durable goodsRetail wholesale distributionDemonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.Experience managing retail accounts or dealer networks strongly preferred.Understanding of retail sales environments and merchandising practices.Knowledge of mattress products, sleep systems, or home furnishings is highly desirable.Ability to analyze sales trends and identify opportunities for growth.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and CRM tools.Ability and willingness to travel frequently within an assigned territory.This position requires regular travel to retail stores, showrooms, warehouses, and trade events throughout the assigned territory. Travel may include automobile transportation and occasional air travel.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk retail floors during store visits and product demonstrations.Occasional lifting and movement of materials or display items up to 75 pounds.Ability to bend, kneel, or reach when assisting with merchandising or product displays.Employee BenefitsCompetitive wages commensurate with experienceComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceEmployee referral program and bonusPaid Holidays401(k) program with matchingSupportive, team-focused workplaceOpportunity to be part of a fast-growing, purpose-driven companyAll applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. 3Z Brands conducts a pre-employment drug test and background search upon hire.