For over 78 years, Ernest has been committed to the success of our extended family, our customers, our employees, and the packaging industry itself. When you work with Ernest, you’ll enjoy the advantages of learning proven methods of success, a proactive approach, and having fun while earning what you’re worth with a lot of really awesome people.
Sales Territory: Local Radius to Eugene, OR
Workplace: Hybrid of Field, Remote, Office
Competitive Base | Uncapped Commissions | Bonuses | Benefits | Car Allowance
The Culture Sets the Vibe
At Ernest, we don’t just build careers—we build community. Our culture is rooted in putting our people first, always. We believe in celebrating wins big and small, sharing meals, enjoying the journey together, and showing real appreciation for the individuals who make our company great. When you join Ernest, you become part of something bigger: a connected culture where you’re valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. This isn’t just a place to work—it’s a second home, a second family, our Ernest family.
Ready to build something that’s yours—forever?
At Ernest, we don’t just sell packaging—we build partnerships. We’re looking for a Client Relationship Manager who thrives in the field, loves the chase, and builds lasting relationships that pay off (literally).
This is outside sales with serious upside. You’ll prospect, pitch, and open new accounts—and then own and grow them. You’ll keep earning residual income from every account you bring in. That’s right—forever.
What You’ll Do
- Engage potential clients through proactive, in-person outreach and meaningful relationship-building within your territory
- Develop a book of business through new client acquisition
- Manage and grow the accounts you open—these are yours to keep
- Offer solutions with our products in packaging, automation, janitorial, safety, and beyond
- Represent the Ernest brand with professionalism and personality
What You’ll Get
- Uncapped earnings: Base salary + commission + bonuses + car allowance
- Residual income from your accounts (even years down the line). High impact, high reward. $200k–$400k isn’t a stretch—it’s the standard for our best.
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO
- Culture that clicks: Fun, supportive, driven—we root for each other
- Legacy with lift: 79+ years of innovation, and we’re still growing
What We’re Looking For
- Passion for sales and relationship-building
- Previous experience in outside sales
- Hunter mentality with a knack for face-to-face engagement
- Resilience, positivity, and an entrepreneurial gritty spirit
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Ernest is a nationwide company, but did you know that our humble roots started in a Los Angeles garage? Brothers Ernie and Charles Wilson founded the company in 1946 with a dedication to customized service. Even after decades of delivering great packaging to our customers, that commitment has never changed. We always find the best solution to fit our customers’ needs, even if we have to invent it!
What We Do
Ernest is a family-owned company that’s been solving industrial supply, packaging and shipping challenges for over 70 years. We don’t just sell boxes. We offer end-to-end business solutions to help companies streamline processes, increase efficiency and find the best packaging to boost their business, hero their product and deliver every time. Our team of experts combines Ernest’s unique customer-first philosophy with a design-driven approach to engineer solutions that meet the unique needs of those we serve.
If you’re looking to build a career at an innovative company with great benefits, a win-as-a-team mentality and a healthy sense of humor, check out our job opportunities today. Founded by two brothers in an LA garage, we’ve been pioneering the packaging industry for 75 years. Today, with thirteen divisions and more than 500 employees nationwide, we still pride ourselves on retaining that family feel.
We do things differently and drive innovation every day. That’s what moves Ernest, our packaging and our customers forward. Learn more at www.ernestpackaging.com.
