Independent Sales Representative - Eastern Midwest (Commission-Based)

Job Title: Independent Sales Representative – Eastern Midwest (Commission-Based)Company: Icebug USA, SPCEmployment Type: Independent Contractor (1099), Commission-BasedLocation: Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois (Territory-Based)The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.Commission-based independent sales rep role covering Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Illinois for Icebug, a Swedish outdoor footwear brand established in the U.S. for over a decade. Real untapped territory, an established product line, and an invitation to our FW27 sales kickoff in Bellingham, WA this October.Company DescriptionIcebug USA, SPC is part of a global footwear company founded in 2001 to inspire and enable people to be outdoors year-round with high-performance traction footwear. The brand focuses on creating products that provide reliable grip and stability in all conditions, helping customers move confidently and safely. Icebug has also committed to a second mission: leading the transformation toward a fully sustainable footwear industry, backed by B Corp certification and membership in the Fair Wear Foundation. We've been established in the U.S. for over a decade, and we're now expanding our independent sales rep network into key growth territories across North America — including the Eastern Midwest, which doesn't currently have local sales representation.Role DescriptionThe Independent Sales Representative – Eastern Midwest is a commission-based, independent contractor role responsible for driving sales growth for Icebug footwear across Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Illinois. Day-to-day activities include identifying and prospecting new retail and specialty accounts, nurturing existing relationships, and presenting product lines and seasonal assortments. The representative will conduct in-person and virtual meetings with buyers, manage the sales pipeline, negotiate orders, and provide ongoing account support. This role also involves coordinating with our internal team on inventory, marketing initiatives, and product feedback from the field, while maintaining accurate records of sales activities and regional performance.This is a territory with real untapped potential — a chance to build and grow it largely from the ground up, backed by an established brand and product line. Compensation is commission-based, so earning potential grows directly with the wholesale business you build. The successful candidate will also be invited to join us in person in Bellingham, WA this October to kick off the FW27 sell-in season alongside the rest of the sales team. xhyhwjd QualificationsStrong sales and account management skills, including prospecting, lead generation, and closing deals within a defined territoryExperience with relationship-building and client service, with the ability to maintain long-term partnerships and provide responsive supportKnowledge of the outdoor, footwear, or sporting goods industry, with an understanding of retail dynamics and seasonal product cyclesEffective communication and presentation skills, including the ability to conduct persuasive product demos and line showingsSelf-directed work style, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities independentlyComfort with digital tools for virtual meetings, reporting, and territory planningAvailability to travel within the Eastern Midwest region for account visits, events, and trade shows as neededPrevious experience as an independent sales representative or commission-based salesperson is highly beneficialCommitment to sustainability and enthusiasm for outdoor activities are strong assetsTo ApplySend a resume and a brief note about your background and existing retail relationships to