Sales - Contractor

Caleres, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

7% commission rate

Uncapped earning potential

Product training and samples

Job summary

Caleres, Inc. is seeking an Independent Sales Representative in Milwaukee, WI, to build partnerships with local retailers and promote footwear. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of sales experience, with a focus on footwear or apparel. This is a commission-only role with a 7% commission rate and uncapped earning potential. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain customer relationships. Training and product samples will be provided.

Qualifications

• 2 years of direct work experience in an external sales capacity.

Responsibilities

• Develop leads and drive sales by contacting businesses.
• Conduct physical visits to local accounts.
• Regular follow-up with clients.

Skills

Footwear or apparel sales experience

Ability to convert prospects

Professional demeanor

Opportunity identification

Time management

Exceptional verbal communication

Excellent listening skills

High energy and enthusiasm

Job description

We are looking for an Independent Sales Representative with footwear or apparel experience. This will be a commissioned 1099 role. You will represent designated brands to build partnerships with local retailers and businesses to promote various shoe styles.

What will you be doing?

• You will develop leads and drive sales by actively contacting businesses in your area.
• Physical visits to local accounts are a key component.
• You will need to sell and follow up with clients regularly.

What makes you successful!

• Experience in footwear or apparel sales.
• Demonstrated ability to convert prospects and close deals.
• Professional demeanor and selling style.
• Solid experience in opportunity identification, pre‑visit planning, account development, and time/territory management.
• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with customers.
• Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent listening skills.
• High energy and an engaging level of enthusiasm.
• 2 years of direct work experience in an external sales capacity.

Perks you’ll enjoy!

• Commission based only at the rate of 7%.
• Uncapped earning potential.
• Well‑established territory representing an iconic brand.
• We will provide you with product training and samples.

Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems.