Outside Sales Representative (Direct Hiring Only)

ITA INDUSTRIAL; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + uncapped commission

Insurance

401(k)

Company car allowance

Fuel allowance

Training programs

Job summary

ITA Industrial, a Houston-based supplier of MRO, fluid handling and repair services, is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to expand its footprint in the Houston market. You will build relationships with manufacturers, fabricators, OEMs, and contractors, delivering solutions that improve efficiency and profitability.

The role reports to the Sales Manager and works with Inside Sales, VMI and Operations.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in industrial distribution, MRO sales, or related field preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of industrial supply lines (tools, equipment, pumps, BPT).
• Proven ability to prospect, cold call, and close deals.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a territory sales plan focused on growth, retention, and profitability.
• Identify, qualify, and close new business opportunities across key markets: Fabrication, BPT, MRO, Pumps, Tool Calibration and Tool/Equipment Repair.
• Conduct regular customer visits to build relationships and assess customer needs with honesty and integrity.
• Present ITA’s full product and service portfolio—including Nomad AODD pumps, Wright Tools, various power transmission products, calibration services, tools & equipment repairs, pumps/equipment and VMI programs.
• Collaborate with Inside Sales and Operations to ensure exceptional customer service.
• Provide cost savings through innovation and technology to our customers.
• Represent ITA Industrial at trade shows, customer events, and product training sessions.

Skills

Strong communication

Mechanical aptitude

Prospecting and closing

Organizational skills

Valid driver’s license

Job description

"Texas Tough. American Strong."

About ITA Industrial

At ITA Industrial, we don’t just move products—we move industries forward. As a Houston-based industrial supply company, we specialize in MRO, fluid handling, tools, material handling, turnkey solutions, custom tool & equipment kits, tool & equipment repairs/ calibration and vendor-managed inventory (VMI) solutions.

Our brands—ITA Industrial, ITA Restock (VMI) and ITA Turnkey are built on service, trust, and a relentless drive to keep America running.

We’re looking for a driven, relationship-focused Outside Sales Representative who’s ready to join a fast-growing team that values grit, honesty, integrity, independence, and growth.

Position Overview

The Outside Sales Representative will be responsible for developing and expanding ITA Industrial’s footprint within the Houston industrial market and surrounding areas. You’ll call on manufacturers, fabrication shops, OEMs, maintenance teams, and local contractors—building partnerships, uncovering new opportunities, and providing solutions that make their operations more efficient and profitable.

This position reports directly to the Sales Manager and collaborates closely with our Inside Sales, VMI, and Operations Teams.

Ready to Join the ITA Industrial Team?

If you’re hungry to build something meaningful, grow your territory, and be part of a company that puts people before profit, we want to talk to you.

Houston, TX 77041

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a territory sales plan focused on growth, retention, and profitability.
• Identify, qualify, and close new business opportunities across key markets: Fabrication, BPT, MRO, Pumps, Tool Calibration and Tool/Equipment Repair.
• Conduct regular customer visits to build relationships and assess customer needs with honesty and integrity.
• Present ITA’s full product and service portfolio—including Nomad AODD pumps, Wright Tools, various power transmission products, calibration services, tools & equipment repairs, pumps/equipment and VMI programs.
• Collaborate with Inside Sales and Operations to ensure Exceptional customer service.
• Provide cost savings through innovation and technology to our customers.
• Represent ITA Industrial at trade shows, customer events, and product training sessions.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in industrial distribution, MRO sales, or related field preferred (but not required).
• Education- the only education required is common sense. Diplomas, certificates and participation trophies do not impress us.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of industrial supply lines (tools, equipment, pumps, BPT, etc.).
• Proven ability to prospect, cold call, and close deals. If walking into new places and meeting new people gives you anxiety this is probably not the position for you!
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission, insurance, 401(k) & more!
• Company phone, laptop, car allowance, toll tags and fuel allowance.
• Ongoing training and product education (Enerpac, Bestorq, Nomad, Mitutoyo, and more).
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding Texas-based industrial brand.

A culture built on trust, teamwork, and “Texas-sized” service.