Outside Sales Representative

Job Title: Outside Sales Representative

Location: Houston, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:

We are seeking a driven and customer-focused Outside Sales Representative with experience in the tile industry to develop new business opportunities, strengthen customer relationships, and drive sales growth throughout the Houston market. The ideal candidate will have a background selling tile products or experience working for a tile manufacturer, distributor, retailer, or supplier.

This role requires a proactive sales professional who can build strong relationships with contractors, builders, architects, interior designers, and distributors while promoting a wide range of tile solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, builders, architects, designers, distributors, and other industry professionals.

Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned territory.

Promote and sell tile products while providing product recommendations and project solutions.

Conduct in-person sales calls, customer meetings, presentations, and product demonstrations.

Prepare and deliver proposals, quotations, and pricing information.

Manage customer accounts and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.

Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify growth opportunities.

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate order processing and timely product delivery.

Achieve or exceed established sales goals and performance metrics.

Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and pipeline updates using CRM software.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of outside sales experience in the tile, flooring, stone, or building materials industry.

Experience working for a tile manufacturer, distributor, retailer, supplier, or a proven track record selling tile products.

Strong understanding of the construction, remodeling, or building materials market.

Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

Ability to work independently, manage a sales territory, and prioritize multiple opportunities.

Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally within the assigned territory.

Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience selling ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, mosaic, or specialty tile products.

Existing network of contractors, builders, architects, designers, or distributors.

Knowledge of flooring, construction, interior design, or remodeling industries.

Proven history of meeting or exceeding sales targets.

Key Skills:

Outside Sales

Business Development

Account Management

Territory Management

Tile Products

Building Materials

Construction Sales

Flooring Sales

Relationship Building

Negotiation

Customer Service

CRM Software