Role Overview

In the vibrant city of Gilroy, California, Cintas is seeking a dynamic Sales Representative - Uniform to join our elite Outside Sales team. As a Fortune 500 powerhouse headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Cintas has earned accolades from FORTUNE’s World’s Most Admired Companies and Selling Power’s 60 Best Companies to Sell For. This role is your gateway to a thriving career in business-to-business (B2B) sales, where you'll deliver essential uniform solutions that help local businesses in Gilroy elevate their professional image. Imagine starting your day knowing you're not just selling products—you're empowering teams across industries to look sharp, feel confident, and perform at their peak with our Ready for the Workday™ services.

Our Sales Representatives are the frontline heroes, prospecting in the heart of Gilroy's bustling agricultural and manufacturing sectors. You'll offer weekly laundry, delivery, repair, replacement, and custom branding services tailored to farms, factories, and eateries that define this Garlic Capital of the World. With a competitive base salary starting around $70,000 plus uncapped commissions potentially reaching $150,000 annually, this position rewards hustle and results. Requisition Number: 219864. Full-time, 1st shift, regular employee status in the Rental organization's Sales category.

Day in the Life

Your day as a Sales Representative - Uniform at Cintas in Gilroy, California, kicks off at 7:30 AM with a team huddle at our local facility. Fueled by fresh coffee, you review your CRM dashboard, prioritizing hot leads from yesterday's cold-calls to nearby vineyards and food processing plants. By 8:30 AM, you're hitting the roads of Gilroy in your personally maintained vehicle, complete with our generous car allowance covering gas, insurance, and upkeep.

First stop: a prospecting visit to a growing agribusiness on Monterey Road. You deliver a polished product demo, showcasing flame-resistant uniforms perfect for their workforce safety needs. Objections arise about cost—you counter with data on how our laundry service reduces downtime by 20%. Boom—deal closed before lunch. Midday, you log the win in CRM, qualify two new leads via phone, and negotiate a branding package for a local restaurant chain. Afternoons blend driving through Gilroy's scenic outskirts, in-person meetings, and virtual follow-ups. Evenings wrap with quota check-ins and planning tomorrow's route, often celebrating team wins over virtual high-fives. It's fast-paced, rewarding, and ends with the satisfaction of exceeding goals while building lasting partnerships.

Why Gilroy, California

Gilroy, California, known as the Garlic Capital of the World, offers an unbeatable blend of small-town charm and economic vitality, making it the perfect launchpad for your sales career at Cintas. Nestled in Santa Clara County's southern edge, this city of 60,000+ boasts a thriving economy driven by agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. Home to the world-famous Gilroy Garlic Festival, it attracts over 100,000 visitors annually, fueling demand for professional uniforms in hospitality and events.

Beyond garlic fields stretching under the sun, Gilroy hosts major employers like Gilroy Foods (a Gilroy Foods operation), Caterpillar, and numerous wineries, creating a ripe territory for B2B uniform sales. The city's strategic location—30 minutes south of San Jose via Highway 101—provides easy access to Silicon Valley tech firms needing branded apparel, while its affordable housing (median home price under $800,000 vs. San Jose's $1.4M) lets you thrive without breaking the bank. Enjoy year-round outdoor adventures at nearby Mount Madonna County Park, family fun at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, and a diverse dining scene from farm-to-table spots to authentic taquerias. With mild Mediterranean weather, low crime rates, and top-rated schools, Gilroy delivers quality of life that supports work-life balance—ideal for ambitious sales pros building their future in the United States.

Career Growth

At Cintas, career trajectories soar higher than Gilroy's garlic bulbs. Starting as a Sales Representative - Uniform, you'll dive into our renowned Sales Training Program, earning certifications in cold-calling, negotiations, and CRM mastery. High performers fast-track to Senior Sales Rep, Route Sales Manager, or District Sales Manager within 1-2 years, with many advancing to regional leadership or corporate roles in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Our mentorship program pairs you with seasoned pros, while limitless advancement includes President's Club trips to exotic locales and Summit Events honoring top talent. Unlimited commission structures mean your earnings grow with your skills—no caps on potential. We've promoted thousands internally, fostering a culture where coachability and results unlock doors to six-figure incomes and executive suites. In Gilroy, California, your ambition meets opportunity in a company committed to employee-partners' long-term success.

Compensation & Benefits

Earn between $70,304 and $150,000 yearly through base salary plus commissions and bonuses—tailored to your performance in Gilroy's vibrant market. Our car package reimburses your vehicle fully, including insurance and maintenance. Benefits shine: four medical plans (one free), dental, vision below national averages; 401(k) match, profit-sharing, ESOP; fully paid life/disability insurance; generous PTO/holidays.

Culture

Cintas culture in Gilroy, California, embodies positivity, respect, motivation, and care. We're collaborative victors, coachable learners, optimistic champions of customer success. Weekly recognitions, team outings to Gilroy Gardens, and a focus on work-life harmony create a supportive environment where your charisma thrives.

How to Apply

Ready to get Ready for the Workday™ in Gilroy? Visit Cintas' careers site, search Requisition 219864, submit your resume highlighting sales experience and driver's license. Our team reviews applications promptly—join the Fortune 500 leader today!

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