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Job Description

An exciting opportunity awaits to be part of a newly launched delivery program in the area. As an Outside Sales Rep, your primary responsibility will be recruiting local businesses to join the Hub delivery partner program. You will collaborate with a Field Manager and local contractors to engage prospective businesses, present the program's benefits, qualify participants, assist with the application process, and drive referrals through community organizations. Additionally, you will organize and execute recruitment events. This role involves travel within a two-hour driving distance and offers the potential to earn commissions.

Responsibilities

• Visit prospective businesses door to door in targeted towns within a two-hour driving distance.
• Present and pitch the new program opportunity to prospective businesses to generate interest.
• Qualify prospective businesses and guide them through the application process while managing activity and pipeline in Salesforce.
• Support the Field Manager in planning and hosting recruitment events in the community, such as lunch and learns and town hall meetings.
• Work with local influencers like chambers of commerce and economic development associations.
• Import Excel spreadsheets into Salesforce on a weekly basis.

Essential Skills

• 1-2 years of experience in sales and/or customer service.
• Experience in outside/field sales is required.
• CRM experience required, with Salesforce preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Prior experience in a sales or negotiation role with customers is advantageous.
• Demonstrate professionalism, enthusiasm, and a high sense of urgency.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities in the field.
• Tech-savvy with experience in multiple systems and technology.
• Ability to travel up to a four-hour round trip daily.

Work Environment

This role requires being on the road 4-5 days a week, with the remaining time working from home. There is one position available in Topeka, KS. Benefits include mileage reimbursement at $0.725 per mile and a $50 monthly phone stipend.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Topeka, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.