What are the responsibilities and job description for the Territory Sales Representative position at lakeshirts?
TERRITORY SALES REPRESENTATIVE | TEXAS
Build Partnerships. Sell Tees, Hats, Stickers & Socks. WOW Customers.
THE ROLE
Lakeshirts started in 1984 serving resort retailers in and around Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Since then, we've grown into a nationally recognized supplier of apparel and accessories found in destination retail stores across the United States. Through exceptional artwork, premium products, and a commitment to WOWing our customers, we've earned a leading position in the resort apparel market.
As a Territory Sales Representative, you'll work along side our National Sales Manager to drive revenue growth, strengthen customer partnerships, and expand our presence throughout Texas. You'll represent an established product line that includes resort apparel, headwear, socks, stickers, and lifestyle accessories while helping retailers offer fun products their customers will love.
We're looking for a driven sales professional who enjoys developing new business, managing accounts, growing a territory, and building long-term customer relationships.
Territory: Texas (anywhere in Texas is acceptable)
PAY SCHEDULE
This opportunity is structured as a 1099 Independent Sales Representative role with commission-based compensation.
You will have flexibility in how you manage your schedule. Build customer relationships, visit accounts, and grow your territory on your own terms. The more you sell, the greater your earning potential.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Develop and nurture relationships with both existing customers and prospective accounts
- Expand sales within your territory through proactive outreach and consistent follow-up
- Share products that highlight our artwork, quality, and unique story
- Identify and secure new retail partners to increase territory growth
- Stay informed on new product releases, market trends, and seasonal opportunities
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure a seamless customer experience
- Deliver exceptional service that encourages repeat purchases and customer loyalty
- Travel regularly throughout Texas to support customers and pursue new opportunities
QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous sales experience in apparel, resort, leisure, outdoor, or related custom products preferred
- Demonstrated success in prospecting and generating new business opportunities
- Strong communication and relationship-management abilities
- Comfortable working independently and managing your own territory
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and results
- Experience using a CRM platform is helpful
- Willingness and ability to travel frequently within the assigned territory
WHY JOIN LAKESHIRTS?
We're much more than a t-shirt company. We create apparel and accessories that help people celebrate destinations, adventures, schools, milestones, and memories.
Our team is known for being creative, hardworking, collaborative, and refreshingly down-to-earth. As one of the largest screenprint manufacturers in the United States, we produce products for the resort, collegiate, and K-12 markets with the support of more than 1,000 dedicated team members nationwide.
If you're looking for great products, great people, and the chance to grow a successful territory, we'd love to connect.
COGNITIVE OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB
The individual in this role must be able to see, read, write, hear, listen, communicate effectively, analyze information, make sound decisions, perform calculations, follow instructions, exercise good judgment, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing business conditions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
OCCASIONALLY: Stand, Lift, Climb, Crawl, Carry up to 10 lbs., Reach above shoulder height
FREQUENTLY: Push, Pull, Balance, Bend, Twist, Walk, Reach at shoulder height
CONTINUOUSLY: Sit, Reach below shoulder height
NOTE / DISCLAIMER
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should not be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employees may perform other related duties as needed based on business requirements. Minnesota is an Employment-At-Will state and this posting implies no specific length of employment.