Sales Representative - Salem

Sales Representative - Salem OR

ITG Brands – a leading tobacco company and part of Imperial Brands PLC – is looking for a motivated Sales Representative to cover retail locations in Salem, Oregon.

ITG Brands is the third‑largest tobacco company in the USA, offering a portfolio of well‑known cigarette, cigar, and e‑vapor brands. We are a forward‑thinking partner committed to operational integrity and a collaborative workplace that embraces inclusion, creativity, and bold thinking.

• Make sales to retailers, securing commitments to increase stock, place orders, expand shelf space, and participate in incentive and pre‑shipment programs.
• Identify opportunities to drive volume and market share in the assignment.
• Optimize coverage to meet and/or exceed sales objectives and continually challenge the status quo.
• Establish credibility and influence to maximize sales and promote company priorities.
• Gather and report retail insights to strengthen the team and the brand.
• Sell company products, programs, and promotions to retailers.
• Develop selling plans that resonate with retailers and encompass conceptual selling themes across all categories.
• Demonstrate product and industry knowledge to effectively market and sell products.
• Collaborate with division resources to identify actionable sales opportunities.
• Deliver all assigned retail execution objectives and key company priorities.
• Develop and maintain strong retail partnerships.
• Influence retailers to support company sales strategies and initiatives.
• Use consumer and retailer insights to align product offerings.
• Allocate resources to maximize time allocation on a store‑by‑store basis.
• Ensure alignment to retail cycle plans and coverage objectives.
• Optimize assignment coverage designs for strategic objectives.
• Ensure placement and services of all merchandising fixtures and displays.
• Maintain retail partnership agreements and promotional programs.
• Gain retailer acceptance of the “ITG Portal” for reimbursement and tracking.
• Share best‑practice approaches with the Division Sales Manager.
• Solicit and report customer and competitive insights.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum age 21 years.
• Valid driver’s license issued by state of residence.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail, problem‑situation analysis, time and task management, multitasking ability, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Ability to make sales, communicate to a broad audience, maintain relationships, demonstrate critical thinking, work with diverse populations, and prioritize assignments.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field with at least 1 year of related sales experience.

• Must live within assignment boundary or within pre‑approved mileage, or be willing to relocate.
• Requires moderate physical effort: occasional lifting/moving light objects (10–50 lbs.).
• Ability to bend, crouch, stretch, climb, or reach in retail environments.
• Walks, sits, or stands for extended periods.
• Travel required based on assignment needs.
• Occasional exposure to noise, dust, or weather.
• Operates in a retail and wholesale environment.
• Handles prolonged machine operation including vehicle, computer, and keyboard equipment.

• Competitive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability plans.
• Dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution.
• 15 company‑paid holidays.
• Generous paid time off.
• Employee recognition and discount programs.
• Education assistance.
• Employee referral bonus program.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Sales and Business Development

• Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ITG Brands by 2x.

Application is accepted at any time. Please submit your resume and cover letter to the application portal.