Independent Sales Representative

Lakeshirts; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Lakeshirts as a 1099 Independent Sales Rep and sell premium Zephyr hats across Texas and Oklahoma. In this flexible, commission-based role, you’ll enjoy the freedom to build relationships with resorts and retailers, driving sales through creative presentations. If you're passionate about travel and great design, let's chat!

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Unlimited Earning Potential

Strong Brand Recognition

Sales Tools & Support

Qualifications

• Background in hat or gift sales is a plus.
• Must be comfortable with traveling around your region.
• Highly organized with detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain meaningful customer relationships.
• Drive sales through product presentations and thoughtful connections.
• Seek out new leads and successfully prospect.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organization

Detail-oriented

Sales Prospecting

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

WOW OUR CUSTOMERS & SELL. THOSE. HATS.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Since 1984, Lakeshirts has been creating memorable, must-have resort merch for vacationers across the U.S. Today, we're proud to offer Zephyr hats, a premium line known for quality, comfort, and design. Our Blue 84 brand may be what started it all, but Zephyr is the name in headwear-and we're looking for a 1099 Independent Sales Rep who's passionate about sales, traveling, and relationship building to help us grow in Texas and Oklahoma.

This commission-based role gives you freedom and flexibility-perfect for someone who thrives on hitting the road, meeting new people, and building lasting customer connections. You'll work with resorts, gift shops, and retailers to deliver standout custom Zephyr hats that their customers can't wait to wear.

MAKE YOUR OWN SCHEDULE: You own your day. More hustle = more sales = more reward.

DAILY REP LIFE | Wow Our Customers + Build Relationships + Travel + Sell All the Hats

• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with current and potential customers across the resort space • Own your territory through consistent relationship building, personalized service, and boots-on-the-ground follow-up • Drive sales through thoughtful product presentations that showcase our unbeatable Zephyr hat designs • Seek out new leads and crush prospecting (if you live for the thrill of the hunt, this is your jam) • Stay in-the-know on new hat styles, trends, and launches-be the go-to source for what's hot • Collaborate with our internal team to ensure smooth order flow and top-tier service • Deliver WOW-worthy experiences and keep customers coming back • Embrace flexibility, chase growth, and love what you do

QUALIFICATIONS | Connector + Closer + Self-Starter + Road Warrior

• Background in hat or gift sales is a plus • You thrive on prospecting and love the chase • A+ communication and interpersonal skills-you're all about relationship building • Comfortable working independently and crushing your sales goals • You're highly organized and detail-oriented (especially when juggling multiple accounts) • Familiarity with CRMs like Salesforce is a bonus • Must be cool with traveling around your region

WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO PARTNER WITH.

Partnering with Lakeshirts means aligning with a nationally recognized brand built on creativity, community, and customer obsession. As a 1099 Independent Rep, you'll represent Zephyr, one of the most respected names in custom resort headwear. You bring the hustle-we bring the hats, support, and national reputation to back you.

LIFE'S BETTER IN A HAT - AND SO IS WORK. Here's what you can expect when you align with Lakeshirts:

• Strong Brand Recognition • Premium Sales Tools & Support • Creative Firepower • Independent, Not Alone • Flexible Schedule & Unlimited Earning Potential

We believe in meaningful partnerships, good vibes, and great design. If that sounds like your kind of gig, let's chat.

COGNITIVE OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB: Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision making, dependability, judgment, reading, speaking, following direction, handling multiple priorities, and reasoning.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequently sits, walks, and reaches. Occasionally lifts and carries up to 50 lbs. Must be able to travel as needed.