Independent Sales Representative - Milwaukee, WI

Independent Sales Representative - Yearbook

Are you an entrepreneurial self-starter who's ready to build your own business and be rewarded for the results you deliver? Do you thrive on creating meaningful partnerships, growing a market, and making a lasting impact in schools and communities? As a Jostens Independent Sales Representative (1099), you'll have the freedom to run your business your way, backed by the trusted reputation, products, and support of a legacy brand. You set your goals, drive results, and shape your success.

You'll grow your territory by signing new business, developing prospects, and leading relationships with schools all while representing the Jostens brand with integrity and impact.

Qualifications

• Passion. A desire to contribute to a positive and rewarding school experience.
• Sales Expertise. Proven experience in consultative, educational, or B2C sales and/or sales management.
• Drive & Discipline. You're self-motivated, accountable, and take ownership of your success.
• Relationship Skills. A track record of developing new business and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Business Acumen. Strong financial and operational understanding to run your own business effectively.
• Communication Strength. Confident partnering with diverse stakeholders, from administrators to students.
• Flexibility. Willingness to travel regionally and nationally (amount varies by territory).
• Experience. 2+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Education. Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Grow the Market. Drive sales through prospecting, lead generation, and expanding market share.
• Build Relationships. Develop and maintain partnerships with school administrators, advisors, teachers, and students.
• Advise & Partner. Guide school leadership on Jostens products and services to support their goals.
• Operate Your Business. Maintain your own independent office and manage all business expenses, including travel.
• Hire & Lead. Recruit, train, and compensate office and sales support as needed.
• Stay Compliant. Follow all laws applicable to your independent business.
• Represent with Integrity. Uphold Jostens' values of accountability, integrity, responsibility, and respect.

If you have a successful sales career and are ready to stop working for someone else and start working for YOURSELF, apply now. This is a confidential application process and names of all candidates that apply will be kept strictly confidential.

Jostens leads the student commemoration market and has been serving local communities for over 125 years. We work with thousands of K-12 schools, colleges and universities each year, and have the honor of partnering with beloved sports teams and esteemed organizations across the country. Our iconic products like yearbooks, letter jackets, class jewelry and championship rings keep meaningful traditions alive and inspire millions of people to celebrate their unique stories, milestone moments and biggest accomplishments every year.

Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.