Sales Representative - East Houston, TX

Upgrade Resources; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with employer 0

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long‑&‑短

Paid time off including vacation, PTO,

Cell phone reimbursement

Mileage allowance

Paid travel expenses

Referral incentives

Career advancement opportunities

Inherit and expand client portfolio

Job summary

Upgrade Resources is seeking a Sales Representative for East Houston, TX. This on-site role offers a base salary of $65,000 plus uncapped commission with six-figure earning potential.

You will drive new business, expand existing accounts, and partner with recruiting to deliver staffing solutions in a fast-paced market. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of outside B2B sales experience, a proven track record of exceeding quotas, and the ability to work independently in a growth-oriented

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of proven outside B2B sales experience.
• Proven outside B2B sales experience in staffing is highly preferred.
• Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales quotas.
• Confident cold caller with strong face-to-face client engagement.
• Strong organizational and territory management skills.
• Competitive, driven and results-focused personality.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prospect, cold call, and network to generate new business opportunities.
• Grow existing client accounts by presenting additional staffing solutions.
• Conduct in-person client visits and presentations to build trust and close deals.
• Partner with recruiting teams to ensure fulfillment of client needs for temp, temp-to-hire, and direct placements.
• Develop and execute local market sales strategies to stay competitive.
• Track competitor activity, client trends, and branch performance.
• Meet and exceed monthly revenue and gross margin goals.

Skills

Outside B2B sales

Sales quota attainment

Cold calling

Territory management

Client relationship building

Competitive, driven mindset

Authorized to work in US

Job description

Job Title: Sales Representative - East Houston, TX

Location: East Houston, TX (On-site) Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: $65,000 Base + Uncapped Commission (Six-Figure Earnings Achievable)

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with a nationally respected provider of staffing and workforce solutions that has supported the light-industrial and manufacturing industries for over three decades. The organization is widely recognized for its high-performance culture, strong leadership teams, and dedication to delivering reliable talent and exceptional service.

Built for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, growth-oriented settings, the company encourages professionals to take initiative, deepen client relationships, and influence overall business success. This role is a strong match for a driven staffing sales specialist looking to guide branch activities and contribute to long-term market expansion.

Role Overview

This is a career-defining opportunity to step into a branch sales leadership role with uncapped earning potential and a clear path to a six-figure income, including the ability to inherit and expand an established client portfolio once you hit key milestones.

As a Sales Representative, you'll drive new business development, deepen existing accounts, and partner directly with the recruiting team to deliver workforce solutions that keep clients coming back. We're looking for a competitive, entrepreneurial closer who's ready to build a book of business and make a tangible impact through leadership, innovation, and customer success.

Core Responsibilities

• Prospect, cold call, and network to generate new business opportunities
• Grow existing client accounts by presenting additional staffing solutions
• Conduct in-person client visits and presentations to build trust and close deals
• Partner with recruiting teams to ensure fulfillment of client needs for temp, temp-to-hire, and direct placements
• Develop and execute local market sales strategies to stay competitive
• Track competitor activity, client trends, and branch performance
• Meet and exceed monthly revenue and gross margin goals

Required Background

• Minimum 1 year of proven outside B2B sales experience is required
• Proven outside B2B sales experience in staffing highly preferred
• Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales quotas
• Confident cold caller with strong face-to-face client engagement skills
• Strong organizational and territory management skills
• Competitive, driven, and results-focused personality
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Compensation & Perks

• Base salary $65K plus uncapped commission potential (six-figure earnings achievable)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off including vacation, personal days, and holidays
• Cell phone reimbursement, mileage allowance, and paid travel expenses
• Referral incentives and career advancement opportunities
• Ability to inherit and expand an established client portfolio after milestone achievements