Sales Representative- Monroe, LA

Hayes Companies; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary plus commission

Mileage reimbursement or vehicle allowance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading metal fabrication company is seeking a motivated Sales Representative to enhance business across Louisiana. Responsibilities include developing a sales pipeline, identifying new opportunities, and consulting with customers on project requirements. The ideal candidate has strong B2B sales experience, understands fabrication processes, and is capable of building solid relationships across various industries. This position also offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven B2B sales experience in metal fabrication or industrial services.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes including welding and CNC machining.
• Ability to read or interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Willingness to travel across Louisiana for customer sites and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a sales pipeline across assigned regions.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Build relationships with customers in various industries.
• Consult with customers to understand project requirements, timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with engineering, estimating, and production teams to prepare quotes.
• Present fabrication capabilities and promote welding, cutting, forming, machining, assembly services.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts while maintaining profitability.
• Provide ongoing customer support and ensure long-term satisfaction.
• Maintain records of sales activities, forecasts, and customer interactions using CRM.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Fabrication processes understanding

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Self-motivation

Tools

CRM tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Representative to expand our metal fabrication business throughout Louisiana. This role focuses on developing new customer relationships, managing existing accounts, and promoting our full range of fabrication capabilities. The ideal candidate has experience in industrial or manufacturing sales and understands how to communicate technical value to customers across multiple industries.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a sales pipeline across assigned Louisiana regions.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, and industry events.
• Build strong relationships with customers in industries such as construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, aerospace, transportation, and custom fabrication.
• Consult customers to understand project requirements, specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Collaborate with engineering, estimating, and production teams to prepare accurate quotes and proposals.
• Present and promote fabrication capabilities including welding, cutting, forming, machining, assembly, and finishing services.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts while maintaining profitability.
• Provide ongoing customer support to ensure project success and long‑term satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, forecasts, and customer interactions using CRM tools.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.

Required Qualifications

• Proven B2B sales experience, preferably in metal fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial services.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes (welding, CNC machining, laser cutting, sheet metal, structural steel, etc.).
• Ability to read or interpret technical drawings and blueprints (preferred).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently across a large territory.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout Louisiana.

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing network within Louisiana industrial or construction markets.
• Experience selling custom or engineered‑to‑order products.
• Familiarity with ERP/CRM systems.
• Mechanical aptitude or background in engineering, fabrication, or manufacturing.
• Competitive base salary plus commission.
• Mileage reimbursement or vehicle allowance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

This position requires frequent travel to customer sites, fabrication facilities, and industry events throughout Monroe, Louisiana and nearby areas. Occasional visits to the company’s main facility may be required for training, project coordination, or team meetings.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during customer visits, meeting, or trade events.
• Frequent driving to customer locations, sometimes for several hours at a time.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, or transporting product samples, marketing materials, or demonstration equipment, (typically up to 25lbs.)
• Regular use of computers and other electronic devices (tablets, cellphones).
• Clear verbal communication for presentations, customer interactions, and phone conversations.