Territory Sales Representative, Packaging & Industrial Supplies - Michigan (Grand Rapids)

Sales Representative – Michigan Territory (Parts of Northwest Ohio)

Join a growing company with a diverse product portfolio, warm leads, and a culture built for your success.

The Cary Company is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Sales Representative to cover our Michigan territory and parts of Ohio, promoting our container, packaging, and filtration product lines. This role involves managing a range of accounts in a dynamic and competitive market, offering a strong opportunity to contribute to our continued growth.

Compensation

• Competitive Base Salary: $55,000-$70,000

• Performance-Based Incentives: Uncapped earning potential with commissions and bonuses tied to growth and retention.
• High-Earning Opportunity: Top performers exceed over $135,000-$150,000 total compensation as territory matures.
• Additional Rewards: Special incentives for new customer acquisition and hitting key milestones.

You Are Someone Who…

• Conducts weekly sales calls and consistently closes new business
• Ensures all accounts and prospects receive the attention and resources they need
• Is curious and eager to learn our product lines and technologies
• Excels in quoting, upselling, and building strong customer relationships
• Maintains a positive attitude and manages multiple projects with ease
• Has a strong work ethic and confidence in negotiating
• Is a proactive self-starter who seeks continuous improvement
• Resides in Michigan

You Bring…

• A self-directed, detail-oriented mindset with a problem-solving attitude
• Sales experience and a knack for networking and lead generation
• A college degree—or equivalent experience from the “school of hard knocks.” We’re looking for the best fit, not just a diploma.

We Provide…

• First-class customer service and support
• A top-ranking eCommerce site and digital experience, including email marketing and creative collateral
• Competitive inventory, pricing, and multiple service locations
• A respected name in the industry—established in 1895

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + commission
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (plus free virtual healthcare)
• Life and Supplemental Insurance
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Cafeteria Plan
• Seasonal company-sponsored events
• Work/Life Balance
• Childcare Reimbursement Program
• Company-provided Cell Phone and Laptop
• Fixed & Variable Vehicle Reimbursement Program

About The Cary Company

• Privately owned and founded in 1895
• Grown from 30 employees in 2005 to over 240 today
• Headquarters in Addison, IL, with locations in IN, PA, UT, CA, TX, and NC
• Distributes rigid packaging and industrial filtration products
• Newly renovated corporate office and warehouse in Addison, IL
• Strengths-based culture focused on leveraging what employees love and do best