Outside Sales Representative Jobs in California

Outside Sales Representative jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in technology solutions, medical devices, commercial real estate, and industrial distribution and seniority ranging from entry-level territory representatives through senior account executives and regional managers. The largest hiring markets are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where companies like Sysco, Medtronic, and ADP maintain significant California operations and sales teams. The most in-demand specialties include B2B technology sales, healthcare and pharmaceutical accounts, and construction materials distribution. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles68+
Top employerUniFirst
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring40
Work type93% On-site
Top industryDistribution

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ABC Supply Co., Inc.
Outside Sales Representative
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ABC Supply Co., Inc.
New 6m ago
Outside Sales Representative
ABC Supply Co., Inc.
Sun Valley, California
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Inside Sales
Business Development
$60k - $90k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Pacific Coast Companies, inc.
Outside Sales Representative
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Pacific Coast Companies, inc.
Added 4d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Pacific Coast Companies, inc.
Redding, California
Sales
Account Management
Customer Service & Support
$55k - $80k/yr
On-Site
None

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Uline
Outside Sales Representative
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Uline
Added 4d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Uline
San Jose, California
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Business Development
$80k - $110k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Groundworks
Outside Sales Representative
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Groundworks
Added 4d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Groundworks
Sacramento, California
Sales
Customer Service & Support
Inside Sales
$200k - $600k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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UniFirst
Outside Sales Representative
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UniFirst
Added 5d ago
Outside Sales Representative
UniFirst
Pacoima, California
Sales
Account Management
Inside Sales
$60k - $120k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Outside Sales Representative Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
4 jobs
Sacramento
4 jobs
San Jose
4 jobs
Irvine
3 jobs
La Verne
3 jobs
Oakland
3 jobs
Ontario
3 jobs
San Diego
3 jobs
Hayward
2 jobs

Outside Sales Representative Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • UniFirst
    UniFirst7
  • Moon Valley Nursery
    Moon Valley Nursery6
  • Sunbelt Rentals
    Sunbelt Rentals6
  • ABC Supply Co.
    ABC Supply Co.3
  • Builders FirstSource
    Builders FirstSource3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Distribution & Wholesale19
  • Manufacturing8
  • Agriculture & Farming6
  • Construction & Real Estate6
  • Healthcare & Medical Services5

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in outside sales representative jobs across California.

  • Proven outside sales experience in a quota-carrying territory-based role
  • Valid California driver's license and clean driving record for daily travel
  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field preferred
  • Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce to manage pipeline and activity
  • Demonstrated ability to prospect, cold-call, and close new business independently
  • Strong presentation and negotiation skills for client-facing meetings and proposals

Outside Sales Representative Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a outside sales representative in California?

Most outside sales representative roles in California require no state-issued license, but competitive candidates hold a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a field relevant to the industry they are selling into. Many employers in California, particularly in medical devices and pharmaceuticals, require product-specific training completed after hire. Building a portfolio of documented results, such as territory growth or quota attainment, is the most direct path to landing interviews with California employers.

How much do outside sales representatives make in California?

Outside sales representatives in California earn a median of about $76,490 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,200 for the lowest 10% to over $152,760 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire outside sales representatives in California?

Employers hiring outside sales representatives in California right now include UniFirst, Moon Valley Nursery, and Sunbelt Rentals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, healthcare networks, and large distribution companies means that both enterprise firms and regional independents post regularly throughout the year.

Which California cities have the most outside sales representative jobs?

Los Angeles, Sacramento, and San Jose have the most outside sales representative openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco anchor demand through their dense concentrations of technology companies, healthcare systems, and commercial real estate firms, while San Diego drives strong hiring through its established medical device and life sciences corridor, which relies heavily on field-based sales professionals.

Are there remote outside sales representative jobs in California?

Yes, but they are rare. Outside sales is by definition a field-based role requiring in-person client visits, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 7% of outside sales representative openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those tend to be in account management or inside-outside hybrid roles where a portion of prospecting and follow-up is handled virtually.

How can I get hired as a outside sales representative in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting in an inside sales or sales development representative role at a California-based company and converting to a field territory after demonstrating consistent performance. Large California employers in technology and distribution, including enterprise software firms in the Bay Area and food service distributors like Sysco's California divisions, regularly hire entry-level account coordinators and route sales trainees. A California community college business certificate or a completed sales bootcamp strengthens applications when experience is limited.

Where can I find and apply to outside sales representative jobs in California?

You can find and apply to outside sales representative jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to California locations. Search the listings to find roles that match your industry background and territory preference, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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