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Outside Sales Representative

Crawford Thomas Recruiting
San Leandro, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026
Salary

$85,000 - $105,000 base salary commission benefits

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Outside Sales Representative to join a growing leader in the automotive aftermarket industry. This role is responsible for developing and managing relationships with automotive installers, repair shops, dealerships, and service centers within an assigned territory.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive aftermarket outside sales, a proven ability to grow accounts, and experience building long-term customer relationships in a fast-paced, field-based sales environment.

This is a highly relationship-driven role requiring daily travel throughout the territory.

Job Responsibilities

  • Manage and grow an existing book of business within the assigned territory
  • Build strong relationships with automotive installers, repair shops, dealerships, and commercial accounts
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities through prospecting and territory canvassing
  • Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals
  • Conduct daily in-person customer visits throughout the territory
  • Communicate promotions, product launches, and sales initiatives to customers
  • Utilize CRM systems to document customer interactions, track opportunities, and manage pipeline activity
  • Analyze sales trends and identify opportunities for account growth
  • Partner closely with branch managers and internal sales teams to ensure exceptional customer service
  • Assist customers with product training, troubleshooting, and issue resolution
  • Support accounts receivable efforts and customer retention initiatives
  • Develop territory growth strategies alongside regional leadership
  • Maintain strong knowledge of automotive aftermarket products and industry trends

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of outside sales experience REQUIRED
  • MUST have automotive aftermarket sales experience
  • Experience selling to automotive repair shops, installers, dealerships, or service centers strongly preferred
  • Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
  • Strong relationship-building and customer service skills
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities
  • Experience using CRM platforms and Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment
  • Strong business development and territory management experience
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel daily within territory required

About The Company

Our client is a rapidly growing leader in the automotive aftermarket industry with a strong national presence across the United States and Canada. The company is focused on delivering innovative solutions, advanced technology, and exceptional customer service to automotive repair professionals. They offer a collaborative culture, career growth opportunities, and the ability to make a direct impact within a high-growth organization.

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Salary : $85,000 - $105,000

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