Outside Sales Representative (Houston)

Creative Safety Supply is looking for a driven, growth-oriented, relationship-focused Outside Sales Representative to help us expand our reach and build lasting partnerships within your assigned territory of Houston,Texas and nearby areas. This is a visible, high-impact role where you’ll spend time in the field meeting customers, understanding their operations to identify their unique needs, and deliver customized solutions that make their workplaces safer and more efficient. If you enjoy face-to-face selling, owning your territory, and turning opportunities into long-term accounts, this role is for you! 

Our Values 

Customers First – Creative Thinking – Continuous Improvement 

Who We Are 

Creative Safety Supply has been at the forefront of the Safety Industry for OSHA-Complaint labeling since 2007. We work with clients globally to find visually centered solutions to everyday problems and hazardous situations. By working here, you can contribute to creative solutions that ultimately achieve our clients’ goals of building a safe and efficient workplace. Come find out why we’re passionate about safety and what we do! 

What you’ll do: 

• Own and execute a territory sales strategy to meet or exceed revenue goals 

• Identify and pursue new business through cold calling, prospecting, networking, referrals, and in-person visits 

• Meet with customers on-site to assess needs, demonstrate product capabilities, and provide tailored solutions 

• Build strong, long-term relationships with decision-makers and key accounts 

• Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and quotes 

• Track activity and opportunities in the CRM to maintain clean, actionable data 

• Stay informed on market & industry trends, customer needs, and competitor activities 

• Represent Creative Safety Supply at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings 

• Collaborate cross-functionally across departments such as, but not limited to, Marketing, Customer Support, Operations, and Supply Chain 

• Follow up post-sale to ensure customer satisfaction, provide additional information on company offerings, and uncover repeat and expansion opportunities 

• Provide accurate forecasting, reporting, and territory updates 

• Engage in ongoing learning and development, including travel to Company HQs for product or process specific training 

• Willingness to travel regularly within your territory, including occasional overnight trips  

• Other duties as assigned  
  
  

What success looks like: 

• You consistently build strong, trust-based relationships with customers and clients 

• Your territory shows measurable growth and new business development 

• You balance strategic planning with hands-on execution in the field 

• Your data and pipeline management are organized, accurate, and actionable 

• You proactively identify opportunities and take initiatives to pursue them 
  
  

What you’ll need to succeed: 

• 3 – 5+ years of outside sales experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience) 

• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, safety, or similar industries 

• Proven ability to build relationships through in-person engagement 

• A proactive, results-driven mindset with a focus on growth 

• Strong presentation, negotiation, and closing skills 

• Experience managing large product offerings 

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Teams, etc.) 

• Familiarity with ERM and CRM systems; NetSuite and HubSpot experience highly preferred 

• Highly organized with strong time management skills 

• Trade show or Company event representation experience 

• Excellent communicator, both written and verbally in English; Spanish or French a plus 

Why Work at Creative Safety Supply? 

Joining our team means becoming part of a fast-growing company that values collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.  

We offer: 

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience 

• Generous PTO program 

• Performance-based bonus 

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits 
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match 
• Opportunity to make a direct, measurable impact on a multi-site ecommerce business 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and sit for prolonged periods while driving or working from a computer (e.g., laptop, tablet, mobile device)
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around customer sites during in-person meetings and facility visits
• Ability to lift and carry materials, product samples, or equipment up to 25 pounds
  

Working Conditions:

• Significant time spent working from a vehicle while traveling between customer locations within the assigned territory
• Regular visits to customer sites, which may include industrial, manufacturing, or warehouse settings with varying noise levels, temperatures, and walking surfaces
• Approximately 50% of time spent working remotely from a home office, using standard office equipment and technology
• Occasional overnight travel for Tradeshows or training/meetings

Disclosures 

Creative Safety Supply LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Creative Safety Supply makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
This Company participates in the E-Verify program through USCIS. 

The Details 

FLSA: Exempt, Salary 

Shift & Hours: M-F, 8-hour day with hours assigned by Director of Sales

Location: Remote in Assigned Territory – minimum 50% travel

Pay Rate: $77,400 Base salary DOE + commissions (uncapped) with the opportunity for performance-based bonuses