Outside Sales Representative Job Listing at Kelly Services in Auburn, AL (Job ID 10095548)

Description

Title: In-Person Sales Development Representative 26364 (Auburn, AL)
Location: Auburn, AL (only local/candidates able to commute)
Classification: Temporary Agency Worker, Full-time
Contract Duration: February 9, 2026 – August 31, 2026
Compensation: $22,94/hour
Visa Sponsorship: Not provided Position Overview
A local sales team is seeking an outgoing, results-driven In-Person Sales Development Representative to drive new business partnerships for independent and regional restaurants. This field-based position requires visiting restaurant prospects in person, building rapport with owners and key decision makers, and scheduling qualified meetings for the sales organization. The ideal candidate thrives on face-to-face interactions, is highly organized, and enjoys working independently with measurable performance goals. Key Responsibilities

• Visit a high volume of restaurant prospects weekly in your assigned territory, introducing partnership opportunities and securing qualified meetings for the sales team.
• Identify owners or key decision makers at each location and quickly build trust during short, in-person conversations.
• Deliver a clear message outlining how partnership can help restaurants grow orders, reach new customers, and optimize operations.
• Log each visit, conversation, and meeting outcome in a customer relationship management (CRM) system with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborate closely with sales account executives to align on target accounts, ideal customer profiles, and follow-up plans.
• Strategically manage and prioritize your daily route to maximize high-quality interactions and booked meetings.
• Follow up with merchants via phone, text, and email after visits to confirm appointments and maintain engagement.
• Consistently hit or exceed weekly and monthly targets for meetings set, meetings held, and associated performance metrics.
• Share field feedback from merchants to help inform outreach and product or service improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in outbound sales, canvassing, field marketing, or related customer-facing work focused on generating new business or sign-ups.
• Experience in sales, hospitality, retail, service industry, or similar environments.
• Comfortable conducting frequent, short, in-person conversations every day.
• Ability to confidently communicate partnership value and benefits.
• Familiarity with CRM or sales tools such as Salesforce, Outreach, or similar systems is a plus.
• Previous restaurant, food and beverage, or local business experience is advantageous.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; ability to travel regularly within assigned territory.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, or some weekends as needed.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods while visiting merchants.
• Ability to drive frequently within assigned territory.
• Ability to carry light materials (flyers, handouts, tablet, etc.) during visits.

 

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