Independent • CPG & Grocery • 1099

Find Consumer Packaged Goods Sales Reps Who Already Sell Into Retailers

Match with independent reps who manage distributor and retail buyer relationships to secure shelf space and velocity.

Vetted Professionals No Long-term Contracts

Network Activity

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CPG Rep Applied

NEW
Newark, NJ
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Grocery Rep Matched

Dallas, TX
6m ago
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Natural Channel Rep

Denver, CO
14m ago

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Built for High-Performance Sales Teams

Verified Identities

Every rep is vetted for authenticity

Commission-Only Focus

Professionals motivated by results

Established Networks

Access to existing buyer relationships

Rapid Matching

Qualified candidates in 48 hours

Streamlined Recruiting Process

A simple, transparent process to find your next sales partner.

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Post Your Opportunity

Tell us what you sell, your target market, and the territories you need covered. Creating a listing is completely free.

2

Reps Review Listing

Qualified representatives in our network review your product line. Interested reps will express their availability.

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Unlock Contact Details

Upgrade to access the direct phone numbers and emails of matched reps ($99/mo). Start interviewing immediately.

Why Independent Reps for CPG & Grocery Sales Reps?

The most efficient way to scale your sales force.

Buyer & Distributor Access

Reps with buyer relationships and distributor ties can land authorizations faster.

Velocity Focused

They manage promos, resets, and field marketing to keep products moving.

Omnichannel Expertise

Reps understand retail, club, and ecommerce marketplaces to protect margin.

The Problem

Is your brand stuck after the first PO?

Landing on shelf is just the start. Without field support and buyer trust, velocity drops and you lose space.

Slow Authorizations

Retail buyers prioritize brands from reps they already trust.

Low Velocity

Without demos, promos, and field activation, products get delisted.

Margin Erosion

Channel mix issues and chargebacks cut into profitability without experienced guidance.

The Solution

Grow velocity with reps embedded in retail.

Zilla Sales connects you with CPG reps who manage buyers, distributors, and field programs to keep shelves and marketplaces performing.

Channel Matching

Filter by grocery, natural, club, convenience, or ecommerce focus.

Promo & Field Support

Reps who coordinate demos, resets, and digital promotions to drive repeat sales.

Market Standards

Commission Norms for CPG & Grocery Sales Reps

To attract top independent talent, your offer needs to be competitive. Here is what we see working in the market.

Typical Commission5-12%
Average Deal Size$5k - $250k
Sales Cycle1-6 Months

Coverage Areas

We have active reps in these key regions:

United StatesCanada
NortheastSoutheastMidwestSouthwestWest

Precision Matching

We match by territory and call point.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Do reps cover specific channels?

You can request reps focused on grocery, natural, club, convenience, foodservice, or ecommerce marketplaces.

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Will reps help with promos and resets?

Many manage promotions, demos, and resets to protect shelf space and velocity.

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Can reps work with distributors and brokers?

Yes. We can match reps who coordinate with distributors/brokers and manage chargebacks and deductions.

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How are commissions structured in CPG?

Typically a percent of invoiced sales or broker-style fee, sometimes tiered by velocity targets.

Ready to find your sales partner?

Join manufacturers who are successfully expanding their territories with our network.