Special Events Sales Representative

 

Welcome to the Traegerhood: 

Our business is BBQ, and business tastes good. Traeger invented the wood pellet grill over 30 years ago, and we’re fanatics who are dedicated to bringing people together to create a more flavorful world. From our headquarters in Salt Lake City, we work tirelessly to provide a world-class experience to our customers, retailers, and especially our employees. If you’re a team player who’s dedicated to delivering top-quality results every day, then we want you to come cook with us. 

Role Overview: 

The Special Events Sales Representative is responsible for driving direct-to-consumer sales at Traeger-branded special events and supporting our retail partners in-store and at retailer events nationwide. This role requires exceptional interpersonal skills, the ability to thrive in a high-energy environment, and a passion for closing sales while embodying the Traeger brand experience. 

Compensation & Benefits: 

• Commission: Commissions are earned by selling at Special Events and select Retail  Events. Annual Commissions may range from below $100,000 to above $250,000 depending on performance. 

What You’ll Do: 

Special Events Sales: 

• Represent Traeger at special events (roughly 180 Special Event days + travel). 

• Engage individual customers at Traeger booths, pitch products, and close sales directly. 

• Special Events shows will include travel days, on-site setup and takedown days, and  several selling days (up to 21 days)  

How You’ll Help Us Win: 

• Bring the Traegerhood to life at every event by creating memorable, hands-on customer experiences. 

• Deliver exceptional customer engagement that converts interest into brand loyalty and sales. 

• Educate customers and dealers on the full Traeger ecosystem — from wood pellets to WiFIRE® connectivity. 

• Represent the Traeger brand with passion, authenticity, and enthusiasm in every interaction. 

What You’ll Need to Succeed: 

• Proven success in high-volume, commission-based sales environments. Traeger Special Events experience is preferred. 

• Excellent communication, persuasion, and relationship-building skills. 

• High energy, adaptability, and resilience in fast-paced, customer-facing environments. 

Work Environment & Schedule: 

• Frequent travel for events across the U.S. 

• Extended workdays, including weekends and holidays during events. 

• Ability to work long hours during events (up to 12-hour days, multiple days in a row) standing on your feet. 

• Willingness to travel extensively (overnight travel up to 90% of days worked) 

• Physical capability to “build” and “break-down” events, build grills for events and dealer setup, and lift and assist with product loading as needed. 

• Fast-paced, high-reward sales environment with strong earning potential. 

Why You Will Love Working Here: 

• Be part of the most disruptive force in outdoor cooking 

• Join a true team working towards a common goal 

• Culture of risk-taking, innovation, & quality 

• So. Much. Food. 

• Have an outdoor lover’s paradise in your backyard 

• Full medical/dental/vision package to fit your needs 

• 401k to help you plan for the future 

• Tuition reimbursement 

• Individual professional development programs & initiatives to help you grow professionally 

• Great discounts on all things Traeger 

• Did we mention all the food? 

Traeger may use AI tools for resume-screening purposes.