Remote Territory Sales Representative - Illinois

Sales Representative – Illinois Territory

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 Illinois territory, 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: $65,000-$75,000

• Performance-Based Incentives: Uncapped earning potential with commissions and bonuses tied to growth and retention.
• High-Earning Opportunity: Top performers exceed over $125,000-$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 Illinois

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