Outside Sales Representative

Outside Sales Representative; Industrial Cutting Tools & Shop SolutionsHill Industrial Tools | Full-time | Field-based | Twin Cities / Minnesota TerritoryYou know the shop floor. You like people. You want to build something real.Hill Industrial Tools is looking for an Outside Sales Representative who can connect with machinists, manufacturing leaders, and shop owners by speaking their language, earning trust, and helping solve real production problems.This role is for someone who has some tooling, machining, or manufacturing knowledge and wants to turn that foundation into a high-growth career in outside sales.If you’re ambitious, relationship-driven, empathetic, and energized by being out in the field, this is your chance to build a territory, grow your income, and become a true problem-solver for your customers.Why this role stands outThis is not a transactional sales job.This is consultative, field-based sales for someone who wants to:Build strong customer relationshipsLearn how to solve real shop-floor challengesGrow accounts through trust, consistency, and follow-throughTurn technical understanding into career momentumAt Hill Industrial Tools, we help machine shops, manufacturers, and maintenance teams improve performance through cutting tools, blades, abrasives, PPE, and shop solutions that help them cut faster, last longer, reduce waste, and keep production moving.What you’ll doBuild and grow relationships with machine shops, plants, and industrial customers across your territoryProspect new business while developing existing accountsSpend time in the field learning customer processes, identifying pain points, and recommending solutionsWork with everyone from machinists and programmers to buyers, supervisors, and ownersCoordinate quotes, orders, and follow-up with our internal teamStay organized in CRM and manage your pipeline with disciplineShow up consistently, communicate clearly, and become the kind of rep customers want to call firstWho we’re looking forYou might be a great fit if you:Have some machining, tooling, metalworking, MRO, or industrial experienceAre naturally good with people and know how to build trust without forcing itAre hungry, coachable, and motivated by growthHave empathy and know how to listen before trying to sellCan walk into a shop with confidence, curiosity, and respectWant a career where your effort directly impacts your resultsLike solving problems, not just pushing productsWhat helps you stand outPreferred experience includes:Machining or shop-floor experienceIndustrial distribution or outside sales exposureFamiliarity with cutting tools, saw blades, abrasives, PPE, or shop consumablesCRM experienceA track record of strong communication and follow-throughRequirementsValid driver’s licenseAbility to travel throughout your assigned territoryStrong communication skillsReliable follow-up and personal accountabilityWhat you’ll getCompetitive draw plus commissionTraining, support, and real product knowledge developmentA fast-moving team that cares about doing things rightA chance to grow professionally and financiallyA role where you can build a territory like it’s your own businessWhy Hill Industrial ToolsWe believe great sales reps are built through trust, effort, curiosity, and consistency.We want someone who can connect with people, learn the technical side, and grow into a true partner for customers. If you’re early in your sales journey but already have some manufacturing or tooling knowledge, this could be a strong next step.How to applyApply on LinkedIn and include a short note with:Any machining, tooling, manufacturing, or territory experience you haveWhy outside sales is the right fit for youOne example of a relationship you built that led to a meaningful resultIf you’re ready to build relationships, solve problems, and grow a real career in industrial sales, we’d like to hear from you.