Outside Sales Account Executive

Job Description

Job Description

• Outside Sales Account Executive
• Location : Baton RougeType : Full Time / 40 Hrs. per week (if you cannot work Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm you would not be a fit for this role)
• Compensation :
• $40,000 Base Salary + Uncapped CommissionBenefits : Car Allowance Provided, Company Gas Card and 70% of Medical Insurance Premiums Covered, Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Who We Are :
• At Express Employment Professionals, we’re not your average staffing company. We’re people-first, community-focused, and on a mission to help businesses grow and job seekers thrive. Our Downtown Baton Rouge office is growing, and we’re looking for a confident, self-motivated Outside Sales Account Executive to help us connect with more local companies who need great people.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys meeting new people, building relationships, and working independently. We work hard, have fun, and celebrate wins together. If you love connecting with others and helping people succeed, this is the job for you.

Getting out in the community, meeting with local businesses, and starting real conversations about how Express can support their hiring needs

Cold calling (in-person and over the phone), warm calling, and face-to-face visits — whatever it takes to get leads flowing to our inside sales and recruiting teams

Building relationships with business owners and decision-makers — not just selling, but solving problems

Owning your sales territory and managing your day-to-day with independence

Representing Express at networking events, community functions, and more to grow brand awareness

Logging your activity and leads in our Express System (we’ll train you — it’s easy)

Manage your schedule and daily route

Collaborate with the internal team to ensure smooth handoff and excellent client service

Sales experience is a plus but not required — we’re mainly looking for someone who can confidently be the face of Express in our market

Must be comfortable working in all types of weather and able to navigate various environments, including climbing stairs and walking through warehouses, offices, and construction sites

Great personality with strong communication skills and a natural ability to connect with people

Hungry, driven, and eager to succeed

Coachable, curious, and ready to learn about local businesses and industries

Self-motivated, able to work independently, and willing to be a collaborative part of a team

Organized with solid time management skills

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Knowledge of the Baton Rouge business community is a bonus

Competitive base salary + uncapped commission potential

Car allowance and fuel card

70% of medical insurance premiums paid by the company

Retirement Plan with company match

Ongoing training and professional development

A supportive, energetic, and fun work environment

Career growth with a company that values its people and community

Annual National Sales Contest by which you can earn a tropical all-inclusive vacation for two

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, build real connections, and make an impact in your local community, we’d love to hear from you.

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