Independent Sales Representative (Austin/Central Texas Territory)

About Us

TX Ink began in 2002 as a small, family-run screen print shop and over the years, we've grown into a trusted, full-service custom apparel and promotional products provider. From schools and small businesses to large brands and events, we help people tell their stories through high-quality, custom gear.

Job Description

This is a remote position.

As a Freelance Sales Representative, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with potential clients, and driving sales growth in your assigned territory. Your primary goal will be to meet and exceed sales targets while representing our custom apparel and promotional products with professionalism and care. This is a commission-only position, ideal for someone who thrives in a flexible, self-driven environment.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven B2B sales experience, preferably in custom apparel and or promotional products

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Self-motivated, organized, and goal-oriented

• Comfortable with outreach and networking

• Passionate about helping businesses and organizations stand out through branded merchandise

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities by leveraging personal networks, cold outreach, referrals, and local business visits within your assigned territory

• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular check-ins, follow-ups, and excellent communication to ensure long-term satisfaction and repeat business

• Understand client needs by asking the right questions and actively listening, then recommending the most effective custom apparel or promotional product solutions

• Deliver quotes and proposals using our pricing tools and product catalogs, ensuring accurate, competitive, and timely submissions

• Manage the entire sales process from first contact through final order placement, coordinating with internal teams and ensuring all client details are captured

• Track leads, opportunities, and client interactions in our CRM system, keeping your sales pipeline up-to-date and organized

• Collaborate with design and production teams to confirm product details, art approvals, decoration methods, and delivery timelines

• Promote TX Ink locally by attending community events, networking groups, etc to generate new leads and increase brand awareness

• Stay informed on industry trends and continually educate yourself on new products, decoration techniques, and client use cases to serve prospects better

• Hit monthly and quarterly sales goals by staying focused, accountable, and proactive in driving consistent sales activity

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Proven experience in B2B sales (experience in custom apparel or promotional products is a plus)

• Ability to meet and exceed KPIs (key performance indicators)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Familiarity with managing a sales pipeline

• Familiarity with CRM systems

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; willingness to visit clients and prospects in your territory

• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Comfortable with a commission-only compensation structure

• Basic understanding of garment decoration methods (screen printing, embroidery, DTG, etc.) is a plus

• Must reside in or near the assigned territory for local client engagement

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule Work when and how you want; ideal for self-driven individuals who thrive on independence

• Performance-Based Pay Commission-only, with no earnings the more you sell, the more you make

• Territory Focus Assigned coverage within your region with support to avoid overlap and maximize opportunities

• Support with Quotes and Orders Access to internal teams who assist with quoting, artwork, and production coordination

• Backed by Industry Experience, Sell with confidence knowing you're supported by a company with over 20 years in custom apparel and promo products

• Room to Grow, Top performers may be offered additional support or expanded roles as the company grows