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Sales Director – Custom Apparel & Promotional Products
Location: Hybrid (In-Office Field Sales)
Position Type: Full-Time (Hours may vary based on business needs)
Compensation: Competitive Hourly Base Pay Uncapped Commission
Help Businesses Bring Their Brand to Life
We're looking for a driven, relationship-focused Sales Director to grow our custom apparel business. If you're energized by meeting new people, closing deals, and building long-term customer relationships, this is an opportunity to earn well while helping businesses, schools, nonprofits, and organizations create high-quality custom apparel.
You'll be selling custom-printed and embroidered products including:
- T-shirts
- Polos
- Hoodies
- Hats
- Jackets
- Team uniforms
- Corporate apparel
- Promotional wearables
This is a commission-focused sales position with the security of an hourly base wage. There is no cap on your earning potential—the more you sell, the more you earn.
What You'll Do
- Prospect and develop new business throughout the region.
- Build relationships with local businesses, schools, contractors, sports teams, nonprofits, and organizations.
- Meet with customers in person, by phone, email, and in our showroom.
- Prepare quotes and close sales opportunities.
- Follow up on leads and existing customer accounts.
- Grow repeat business through outstanding customer service.
- Represent our company professionally at networking events and community functions.
- Work two scheduled days each week in the office assisting with general shift management, customer service, and daily operations.
- Collaborate with our production and design teams to ensure an exceptional customer experience.
What We're Looking For
- Previous sales experience preferred (B2B sales is a plus)
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented
- Comfortable working independently in the field
- Organized with excellent time management
- Professional appearance and positive attitude
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn quoting and order systems
Experience in custom apparel, promotional products, printing, embroidery, marketing, or branding is a bonus—but we're willing to train the right person.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly base pay
- Uncapped commission
- Performance bonuses and incentives
- Mileage reimbursement (when applicable)
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Flexible schedule with independence to manage your sales territory
Schedule
This position is considered full-time; however, actual weekly hours may vary depending on sales activity and business needs. Most weeks will involve a combination of office responsibilities and customer visits throughout the community.
Why Join Us?
We're a growing custom apparel company that believes in quality, exceptional customer service, and building lasting relationships. You'll have the freedom to create your own success while being backed by an experienced production team that delivers outstanding products our customers love.
If you're motivated by unlimited earning potential, enjoy meeting new people, and want to help businesses showcase their brand through custom apparel, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start building a rewarding sales career with us!
Pay: $30,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- If you could ONLY offer one to a customer, which would you choose and why?
1) A poor product but an amazing service, or 2) A great product but a poor service
- How might you be able to use past sales experience to sell custom apparel in B2B and B2C markets.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Des Moines, IA 50310
Salary : $30,000 - $80,000