Sales Professional Jobs in Michigan
Sales professional jobs in Michigan are concentrated in automotive, manufacturing, technology, and healthcare sectors, with demand at every level from entry-level account representatives to senior enterprise sales managers. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor are the largest hiring metros, anchored by established employers such as Ford Motor Company, Stryker, and Kellogg Company. The most in-demand specialties in the state are B2B industrial sales, medical device sales, and SaaS and technology solutions sales. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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BSN SPORTS, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE RECOGNIZED LEADER IN TEAM ATHLETIC GEAR
For over 50 years, BSN SPORTS has been the largest team sporting goods equipment and apparel distributor of choice in the United States. Our 3,000 BSN SPORTS employees strive to support the Heart of the Game by putting valuable time back into the day of coaches and administrators through excellent service platforms. Our company mission is simple: Save coaches and administrators time with everything they do off the field so they have more time to impact young lives on it.
WORK TYPE: Full-time Hybrid - at least 2-5 days per week in the territory
LOCATION DETAILS: Thumb area of Michigan
- This job operates in a hybrid environment between a home office, school, community, and event environments (home office and field-based position).
- Territory sales - must currently reside in/near the location full-time to manage local client relationships and maximize sales opportunities.
WORK HOURS: Hours may vary based on the customer's needs. Evenings and weekends may be required.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: Travel is primarily local to schools and organizations within the territory (2-5+ days a week) although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
A Field Sales Pro is responsible for optimizing the full cycle sales in your assigned territory and servicing our customers.
A Field Sales Pro will represent Varsity Brands by demonstration of company core values in driving the highest ethical standards of conduct in all business activities.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Provide best-in-class, consultative customer service to coaches across an assigned territory and do everything humanly possible to make their lives easier.
- Generate revenue and meet sales/growth targets.
- Actively develop and qualify leads within respective territory to drive additional sales opportunities through cold-calling and lead generation campaigns.
- Resilience to handle rejection and the persistence to turn challenges into opportunities.
- Navigate multiple functions within the company’s CRM, including but not limited to prospecting, account management, and activity tracking, to support sales and customer relationship efforts.
- Increase sales in existing accounts by selling to all sports at all levels. In our world, the women's soccer coach deserves the same level of service as the head football coach...
- Utilize data-driven business intelligence on prospects to identify new trends and opportunities.
- Manage your account list and travel on location within your assigned territory.
QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Demonstrate a high level of self-direction and autonomy in managing tasks, projects, and responsibilities, ensuring efficient and independent workflow.
- Must possess excellent problem-solving, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities are essential, enabling effective interaction with both external clients and internal team members.
- Proficiently prioritize and manage tasks, demonstrating strong time management skills to meet deadlines and optimize overall efficiency in a dynamic work environment.
- Intermediate skill in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and CRM.
- Cultivate an in-home office environment that is distraction-free
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years' business-to-business (B2B) outside sales experience (preferably in sporting goods) OR coaching/sports-related background.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience but a bachelor’s degree is preferred
- Must have and maintain a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands that are described as required are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job operates in a hybrid environment between a home office, school, community, and event environments. Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and driving will all occur on a regular basis.TEAM PERKS
- Fulfilling work that presents new challenges and exciting opportunities every day of the week.
- Unlimited commission potential from day one.
- Comprehensive sales training program.
#LI-AR1
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.
OUR VALUES
Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.
Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.
Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.
Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.
Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.
Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.
OUR BENEFITS
We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:
- Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
- HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
- Wellbeing Program
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
- Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Varsity Brands Ownership Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union
- St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
- Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!
Eligibility for company-sponsored benefits is determined by scheduled work hours, and the terms of the applicable benefit plans. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements may vary by position and are subject to change in accordance with plan documents and applicable law.
Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
BSN SPORTS, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE RECOGNIZED LEADER IN TEAM ATHLETIC GEAR
For over 50 years, BSN SPORTS has been the largest team sporting goods equipment and apparel distributor of choice in the United States. Our 3,000 BSN SPORTS employees strive to support the Heart of the Game by putting valuable time back into the day of coaches and administrators through excellent service platforms. Our company mission is simple: Save coaches and administrators time with everything they do off the field so they have more time to impact young lives on it.
WORK TYPE: Full-time Hybrid - at least 2-5 days per week in the territory
LOCATION DETAILS: Thumb area of Michigan
- This job operates in a hybrid environment between a home office, school, community, and event environments (home office and field-based position).
- Territory sales - must currently reside in/near the location full-time to manage local client relationships and maximize sales opportunities.
WORK HOURS: Hours may vary based on the customer's needs. Evenings and weekends may be required.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: Travel is primarily local to schools and organizations within the territory (2-5+ days a week) although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
A Field Sales Pro is responsible for optimizing the full cycle sales in your assigned territory and servicing our customers.
A Field Sales Pro will represent Varsity Brands by demonstration of company core values in driving the highest ethical standards of conduct in all business activities.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Provide best-in-class, consultative customer service to coaches across an assigned territory and do everything humanly possible to make their lives easier.
- Generate revenue and meet sales/growth targets.
- Actively develop and qualify leads within respective territory to drive additional sales opportunities through cold-calling and lead generation campaigns.
- Resilience to handle rejection and the persistence to turn challenges into opportunities.
- Navigate multiple functions within the company’s CRM, including but not limited to prospecting, account management, and activity tracking, to support sales and customer relationship efforts.
- Increase sales in existing accounts by selling to all sports at all levels. In our world, the women's soccer coach deserves the same level of service as the head football coach...
- Utilize data-driven business intelligence on prospects to identify new trends and opportunities.
- Manage your account list and travel on location within your assigned territory.
QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Demonstrate a high level of self-direction and autonomy in managing tasks, projects, and responsibilities, ensuring efficient and independent workflow.
- Must possess excellent problem-solving, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities are essential, enabling effective interaction with both external clients and internal team members.
- Proficiently prioritize and manage tasks, demonstrating strong time management skills to meet deadlines and optimize overall efficiency in a dynamic work environment.
- Intermediate skill in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and CRM.
- Cultivate an in-home office environment that is distraction-free
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years' business-to-business (B2B) outside sales experience (preferably in sporting goods) OR coaching/sports-related background.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience but a bachelor’s degree is preferred
- Must have and maintain a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands that are described as required are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job operates in a hybrid environment between a home office, school, community, and event environments. Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and driving will all occur on a regular basis.TEAM PERKS
- Fulfilling work that presents new challenges and exciting opportunities every day of the week.
- Unlimited commission potential from day one.
- Comprehensive sales training program.
#LI-AR1
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.
OUR VALUES
Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.
Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.
Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.
Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.
Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.
Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.
OUR BENEFITS
We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:
- Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
- HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
- Wellbeing Program
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
- Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Varsity Brands Ownership Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union
- St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
- Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!
Eligibility for company-sponsored benefits is determined by scheduled work hours, and the terms of the applicable benefit plans. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements may vary by position and are subject to change in accordance with plan documents and applicable law.
Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
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What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sales professional jobs across Michigan.
- Proven experience in B2B, medical device, or technology sales preferred by Michigan employers
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
- Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed quarterly and annual revenue targets
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot for pipeline management
- Strong presentation and negotiation skills for client-facing and dealership environments
- Valid Michigan driver's license and willingness to travel within an assigned territory
Sales Professional Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sales professional in Michigan?
Most Michigan employers require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field, though strong candidates with associate degrees and relevant experience are regularly considered. Michigan does not require a state-issued license to work in general sales, but roles in insurance sales require licensure through the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services. Building product knowledge in automotive, manufacturing, or healthcare gives candidates a strong edge in the state's most active industries.
Which companies hire sales professionals in Michigan?
Employers hiring sales professionals in Michigan right now include Grupo Bimbo, Continental Linen Services, and Terminix, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's concentration of automotive suppliers, medical device manufacturers, and industrial distributors means large regional employers are consistently among the most active sales hiring organizations in the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most sales professional jobs?
Detroit, Michigan, and Ann Arbor have the most sales professional openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of its dense concentration of automotive manufacturers, suppliers, and corporate headquarters, while Grand Rapids draws significant medical device and healthcare sales hiring, and Ann Arbor's technology and university-affiliated sectors support a steady volume of SaaS and enterprise sales roles.
Are there remote sales professional jobs in Michigan?
Yes, and more than many fields, since a large share of B2B and SaaS sales work is conducted over phone and video. About 26% of sales professional openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility across technology and inside sales roles. Territory-based positions in medical devices and automotive sales remain primarily field roles requiring regular in-person client visits.
How can I get hired as a sales professional in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an inside sales or sales development representative role, which Michigan employers in technology and industrial distribution regularly fill with candidates who have no prior sales experience. Large employers such as Stryker run structured sales rotational and early career programs for new graduates. Retail and customer service backgrounds at recognized Michigan retailers or dealerships are also viewed favorably, and completing a relevant certification in CRM tools or digital marketing strengthens early applications.
Where can I find and apply to sales professional jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to sales professional jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across industries including automotive, healthcare, and technology. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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