Outside Sales Representative - (Connecticut)

About USS&S Activewear

USS&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech-enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t-shirts, fleece, athletic wear, headwear, workwear, scrubs and accessories. The company serves as the "critical link" between 100+ brand partners (such as Adidas, Columbia and Gildan) and a hyper-fragmented customer base of apparel decorators, eRetailers and promotional products distributors who embellish apparel for diverse end-consumer use cases (everyday wear, concerts, fitness attire, life events, team sports, etc.). S&S differentiates through a customer service focus, strategic product portfolio, world-class distribution infrastructure, a collaborative growth culture and a relentless focus on technology and innovation. Since its humble beginnings in 1988 as a regional t-shirt distributor, the Company has grown into a multibillion-dollar, value-added distribution platform that drives market penetration for suppliers while enabling growth, operations and fulfillment for customers across channels and business sizes. The Company strives to be the apparel distributor of choice by inspiring and fostering growth for customers, employees and suppliers, anchored in its core values: Lead with Respect, Never Settle, Own the Outcome, Win Together, and the belief that Innovation Powers Our Hustle. These values guide how the company serves, collaborates and continuously improves, ensuring delivery on its promise of service, deep relationships, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability.

About the Role

The Outside Sales Representative role combines strategic account development with new business acquisition, serving as the primary field representative for S&S Activewear within a designated geographic territory. This dynamic position requires a sales professional who excels at building and nurturing comprehensive customer relationships while consistently driving revenue growth. The role demands extensive field presence, with 3–4 days of weekly travel and quarterly overnight engagements, varying based on territory scope. The ideal candidate brings polished interpersonal skills, commanding presentation abilities, and a natural talent for engaging effectively with business owners and key decision-makers. Success in this role requires strong analytical capabilities to transform customer data into actionable business opportunities, coupled with expertise in sales methodology and meticulous follow-through. Working in close partnership with Account Managers, this position demands both independent initiative and collaborative excellence to maximize customer engagement and sales potential. The successful candidate will demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with strong team orientation, ensuring optimal territory coverage and customer service. This position requires the use of a personal vehicle for work-related travel and covers the state of Connecticut.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Remote Available).

Responsibilities

• Drive territory P&L performance through strategic management of customer volume, sales and profitability metrics.
• Execute systematic in-person account engagement, demonstrating excellence in call planning, analysis, presentation delivery and follow-through.
• Cultivate comprehensive relationships across customer organizations, from ownership through sales, service and merchandising teams, while conducting strategic one-on-one meetings to uncover growth opportunities.
• Establish strong partnerships with key stakeholders across customer departments including finance, marketing, operations and production.
• Collaborate seamlessly with the assigned S&S Account Manager to optimize customer service, sales opportunities and engagement frequency.
• Master customer's go-to-market strategies, including program management, merchandising schedules and renewal processes.
• Lead new product launches, internal initiatives and strategic sales planning with authority and vision.
• Leverage advanced merchandising expertise to highlight S&S Activewear's competitive advantages and drive strategic upsell opportunities.
• Orchestrate cross-functional collaboration, utilizing internal resources including trade marketing, decoration services, EDI, pricing and custom solutions to maximize sales potential.
• Maintain impeccable administrative management through precise reporting, calendar organization, sales funnel tracking and program administration.
• Ensure premium S&S Activewear brand presence through professional showroom and collateral management.
• Represent S&S Activewear at industry trade shows, events and customer functions to strengthen market position and relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred with a proven track record of professional achievement.
• Minimum 2 years of field sales experience, with promotional products and apparel industry experience highly valued.
• Superior communication abilities with demonstrated excellence in both verbal and written interactions.
• Exceptional multitasking capabilities with strong prioritization skills and time management expertise.
• Self-motivated professional with proven ability to execute complex initiatives independently.
• Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail and superior organizational abilities.
• Results-driven performer with a strong sense of urgency and commitment to excellence.
• Dynamic, high-energy approach with authentic enthusiasm for the role.
• Advanced problem-solving capabilities with innovative solution development.
• Expert in consultative sales methodologies, including SPIN selling techniques.
• Strong merchandising acumen with proven ability to optimize product presentations.
• Polished presentation skills with ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
• Technical proficiency in demonstrating digital tools and web-based solutions.
• Sharp analytical mindset with strong financial acumen for strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related business applications.
• Travel: This position requires up to 50% travel throughout the assigned territory.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

Working Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation

Salaried position based on experience. This position is bonus eligible.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support life, health and future.
• Benefits begin 0–90 days after hire and include:
• Vacation, Personal and Sick time.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) plan.
• Discounts on brand-name apparel.
• Fun employee events.
• Meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement.

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