Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Location: St. Louis, MO

Work Environment: On-site || Monday – Friday

About United Bags

A 135+ year legacy. A family-owned company. A future built on innovation.

United Bags, Inc. is a fifth-generation, family-owned company with a legacy dating back to 1890. For more than 135 years, we've built our reputation by delivering dependable bulk packaging solutions and exceptional service to customers across North America.

As a leading distributor of industrial and bulk packaging, we provide FIBCs (bulk bags), woven polypropylene bags, paper bags, and customized packaging solutions. Our products are sourced from trusted manufacturers around the world and supported by strategically located U.S. distribution centers.

At United Bags, we value initiative, teamwork, accountability, and people who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get the job done.

Position Overview

United Bags is looking for a motivated and relationship-driven Sales Representative to join our St. Louis team. This individual will be responsible for building customer relationships, generating new business, supporting existing accounts, and helping customers find the right packaging solutions for their needs.

The ideal candidate is comfortable making outbound calls, enjoys working with customers, and has the drive to identify new opportunities and contribute to the company's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for customer inquiries, orders, and product support.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Make outbound cold calls to identify new business opportunities and generate leads.
• Prepare quotes, process orders, and ensure accuracy throughout the sales process.
• Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate packaging solutions.
• Support account growth by identifying opportunities for repeat business and additional sales.
• Work closely with outside sales, operations, and logistics teams to ensure customer needs are met.
• Maintain accurate customer information, sales activity, and follow-up records in CRM and internal systems.
• Provide timely follow-up and deliver dependable customer service.
• Meet sales goals and contribute to overall team performance.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable making outbound calls and developing new customer relationships.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with CRM systems.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional attitude with a customer-first mindset.

Preferred Experience:

• 1–3 years of experience in sales, customer service, or account support (B2B preferred).
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, packaging, or distribution industries.
• Previous inside sales or account management experience.
• Familiarity with ERP and CRM systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission potential.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunity to grow with an established and expanding company.
• A supportive, team-oriented, family-owned work environment.

Work Environment

This is an on-site office-based sales position in a professional, team-oriented environment. The Sales Representative will spend much of their time communicating with customers, making outbound calls, processing orders, preparing quotes, and working closely with internal teams to support customer needs and drive business growth.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a motivated sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing new business, and helping customers find the right solutions, we'd like to hear from you.

Please submit your resume to View email address on us.fitly.work . Come build the next chapter of United Bags with us.

United Bags, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.