Metro Trading Association (MTA) is a B2B trade and barter organization that helps local businesses conserve cash, fill downtime, and grow revenue by trading their products and services within a trusted membership network. MTA does not collect a fee until the member makes a sale — we earn a 12% transaction fee only after a member completes a trade.
Position Overview
We are seeking 7 motivated 1099 Outside Sales Representatives — one per district — to grow our membership base across Southeast Michigan and Northern Ohio. This is a commission-only, independent contractor role for self-starters who enjoy networking, meeting business owners face-to-face, and closing deals. You must live within your assigned selling territory.
Districts Available: Flint, Brighton, Metro Detroit (multiple), along the water, and Toledo, OH area.
This Is NOT a Salaried Position
This is a 1099 independent contractor role. There is no base salary, no benefits, and no guaranteed pay. Compensation is 100% performance-based. If you are looking for a steady paycheck, this role is not for you. If you are a hunter who wants uncapped earning potential and the freedom to build your own book of business, keep reading.
Key Responsibilities
- Prospect and generate new leads through cold calls, in-person visits, networking events, and referrals
- Conduct in-person and virtual meetings with business owners and decision-makers
- Present and explain the MTA barter program and close new memberships
- Complete onboarding welcome calls with new members
- Use CRM tools to track activity and pipeline
- Represent MTA professionally in your territory
Compensation Structure
- 50% of the application fee for every new member you enroll
- 100 trade credits after the new member's welcome call
- 100 additional trade credits after the new member's first trade sale
- Trade credits are spendable within the MTA network
What We're Looking For
- Proven outside B2B sales experience (business development, territory sales, membership, referral selling, merchant services, commercial insurance, media/print/marketing sales, etc.)
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and comfortable working independently
- Lives within the assigned selling district (required)
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Basic CRM or sales tool experience a plus
- Barter or trade experience a plus but not required
- Veterans and military candidates strongly encouraged to apply
Who Succeeds in This Role
- Self-motivated hunters who already call on small business owners
- Reps looking for a strong side income or a full-time opportunity with no ceiling
- People who thrive in the field, not behind a desk
How to Apply
Submit your application with a brief note on your B2B or outside sales background, your home base city, and the industries you currently call on. We will review your background and reach out about which district is the best fit.
