Independent Sales Agent
Independent Sales Agent – Merchant Services
Flexible Schedule | 1099 Independent Contractor | Commission + Residual Income
About Valued Merchant Services
Valued Merchant Services has helped businesses improve the way they accept payments and manage essential business services since 2006. We provide credit card processing, point-of-sale systems, payment technology, business funding, payroll solutions, customer loyalty programs, and other services designed for small and growing businesses.
We are expanding our nationwide sales network and looking for motivated individuals who want to develop real-world business-to-business sales experience while building a performance-based income.
Position Overview
As an Independent Sales Agent, you will connect with local and nationwide business owners, learn about their current payment-processing setup, and introduce solutions that may help them reduce costs, improve technology, or receive better service.
This opportunity is ideal for students, recent graduates, aspiring entrepreneurs, and career-minded individuals who want hands-on experience in sales, communication, prospecting, relationship building, and business development.
You may work the opportunity full-time or part-time and build your schedule around classes, employment, family responsibilities, or other commitments.
What You Will Do
Identify and contact prospective business clients
Use phone, email, social media, networking, referrals, and in-person outreach to start conversations
Ask questions to understand each business’s current needs and challenges
Introduce appropriate payment-processing and business-service solutions
Schedule and conduct meetings with business owners
Work with VMS sales leadership to prepare proposals and close accounts
Follow up with prospects and maintain professional client relationships
Develop a personal network and long-term portfolio of merchant accounts
Participate in training, coaching, role-playing, and team meetings
Services You May Represent
Credit card and debit card processing
Point-of-sale systems
Mobile and online payment solutions
Virtual terminals and e-commerce services
ACH and electronic check processing
Gift card and customer loyalty programs
Business funding and working capital
Payroll and human-resources solutions
Additional services for small and growing businesses
Compensation
This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity. It is not a salaried or hourly W-2 position.
Compensation is performance-based and may include:
Weekly commissions on approved and activated accounts
Monthly performance bonuses
Uncapped lifetime monthly residual income from eligible accounts
Additional compensation for qualifying products and services
Opportunities to earn higher commission levels as production grows
There is no salary, hourly wage, guaranteed income, draw, or employee benefits package. Earnings depend on individual activity, sales performance, account approval, activation, and continued processing.
Training and Support
Previous merchant-services experience is not required. Valued Merchant Services provides:
Online training courses
Live Zoom training sessions
One-on-one coaching
Sales scripts and presentation materials
Product and industry education
Proposal and pricing support
CRM and account-management tools
Ongoing assistance from experienced sales leadership
Support with qualifying opportunities and closing accounts
You will learn practical skills that can be used throughout your career, including prospecting, consultative selling, objection handling, negotiation, presentation skills, follow-up, and relationship management.
Who We Are Looking For
Strong candidates are:
Comfortable communicating with business owners and decision-makers
Willing to make outbound calls and initiate new conversations
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Coachable and willing to participate in training
Organized, dependable, and consistent with follow-up
Interested in sales, entrepreneurship, finance, technology, or business development
Able to remain positive and persistent when facing rejection
Comfortable working in a performance-based environment
Professional in written and verbal communication
College students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Relevant coursework or experience in sales, marketing, communications, entrepreneurship, finance, hospitality, retail, fundraising, or customer service can be helpful but is not required.
Schedule and Work Arrangement
Full-time or part-time
Flexible, self-managed schedule
Remote prospecting opportunities
Local territory-based sales opportunities
Independent contractor arrangement
Nationwide availability
Some activities can be completed remotely, while local agents may also meet with business owners in person.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This position gives you the opportunity to:
Build practical B2B sales experience
Learn how small businesses evaluate financial and technology services
Develop communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Work directly with experienced industry professionals
Create a portfolio of business relationships
Earn commissions based on your results
Build potential recurring monthly income from accounts you acquire
Gain experience that can strengthen a résumé in sales, marketing, entrepreneurship, and business development
Important Considerations Before Applying
This opportunity requires prospecting. New agents should expect to initiate contact with prospective clients through cold calling, networking, referrals, email, social media, and local outreach.
Applicants should carefully consider whether a commission-only independent contractor opportunity aligns with their financial needs, availability, and career goals. This position is best suited for individuals who are comfortable creating their own activity rather than waiting for guaranteed assignments or income.
About the Company
Valued Merchant Services was founded in 2006 and serves businesses throughout the United States. Our approach is built around transparent recommendations, personalized support, long-term business relationships, and helping clients feel genuinely valued.
Be Valued. Build Relationships. Create Opportunity.