Outside Dealer/Commercial/Fleet Sales Rep

Job Title: Outside Sales Representative – Aftermarket & Fleet Upfitting

Company: Freedom Forged 4x4
Location: Chicagoland / Regional Territory
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Freedom Forged 4x4

Freedom Forged 4x4 is a premium off-road, aftermarket, and commercial upfitting company serving enthusiasts, dealerships, and fleet clients across Chicagoland. We specialize in high-quality aftermarket accessories, professional installations, and tailored upfitting solutions for trucks, Jeeps, and commercial vehicles. Our reputation is built on craftsmanship, integrity, and customer service that actually delivers.

Position Overview

We are seeking a driven, knowledgeable Outside Sales Representative to identify, pursue, and develop new dealership, commercial, and fleet accounts. This role is focused on relationship-based selling, account development, and delivering complete aftermarket and upfitting solutions tailored to each client’s needs.

This is a hunter role—you will be responsible for opening doors, building trust, and turning opportunities into long-term accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, prospect, and establish new dealership, commercial, and fleet accounts

• Build and maintain strong relationships with decision-makers and key stakeholders

• Present and sell aftermarket upfitting solutions for:

  • Trucks and Jeeps

  • Commercial vehicles

  • Fleet vehicles

• Maintain deep knowledge of aftermarket products including (but not limited to):

  • Suspension, wheels, tires, lighting, accessories, bed products, steps, racks, and fleet solutions

• Conduct on-site visits, product presentations, and solution walkthroughs

• Collaborate closely with internal sales and shop teams to ensure seamless execution

• Manage pipeline, follow-ups, and account activity consistently

• Deliver exceptional customer service before, during, and after the sale

• Represent the Freedom Forged 4x4 brand professionally at all times

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in outside sales, preferably in automotive, aftermarket, fleet, or related industries

• Strong product knowledge of aftermarket accessories for trucks, Jeeps, and commercial/fleet vehicles

• Demonstrated ability to prospect, close, and grow accounts

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

• High level of professionalism and customer-first mindset

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Comfortable with frequent local travel and in-person client meetings

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with automotive dealerships or fleet managers

• Understanding of upfitting workflows and installation processes

• CRM experience and disciplined pipeline management

• Self-motivated, organized, and results-driven

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay performance-based commission

• Strong support team and installation capability

• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding company

• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement (if applicable)

• The opportunity to help build one of the top aftermarket and fleet upfitting brands in the region

Who This Role Is For

This role is for someone who:

• Loves the automotive and truck market

• Knows how to open doors and close deals

• Takes pride in relationships and long-term account growth

• Wants to build something bigger than just a sales territory