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Phillip Jeffries Ltd

Outside Sales Representative

Phillip Jeffries Ltd, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Director of Talent Acquisition @ Phillip Jeffries Ltd | Driving Talent Acquisition Success At Phillip Jeffries, we’re blending style and strategy, and we’re looking for a

Sales Representative

who’s as passionate about design as they are about building lasting relationships in the hospitality and commercial design world.

Location:

You must be currently based in the Houston, Texas area to be considered for this role.

You’ll collaborate with designers, procurement firms, developers, and hotel brands to bring bold, beautiful spaces to life. Reporting directly to our Regional Sales Manager, you’ll help drive sales growth, support client accounts, and elevate the customer experience every step of the way.

What You’ll Be Doing This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where you’ll build relationships, provide expert product guidance, and support our growing project pipeline. Here’s what your day‑to‑day could look like:

Selling & representing Phillip Jeffries in the Houston/Austin/San Antonio/Louisiana hospitality and commercial design markets.

Support business development efforts and contribute to achieving sales targets.

Maintain and update client libraries with new product launches.

Engage focus accounts on a regular schedule to strengthen client relationships.

Build strong product knowledge to recommend the right solutions for each project.

Communicate product benefits clearly and confidently to clients.

Collaborate with the Regional Manager to help execute local sales strategies.

Act as a point of contact for clients and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.

Partner with the design, sales, and marketing teams to drive client satisfaction.

Promote Phillip Jeffries at local design schools when opportunities arise.

Maintain a personal trunk or at‑home library to support client meetings.

Equip clients with tools and resources to assist in their decision‑making process.

Keep CRM records up to date, including activity logs and project notes.

Track and manage your T&E budget with fiscal responsibility.

Project Management Responsibilities

Use CRM to monitor project pipelines and track progress.

Work with Project Coordinators to support project conversions and timelines.

Identify when projects may require custom solutions and loop in the appropriate experts.

Assist in gathering pricing information and coordinating project details.

Collaborate with other reps to manage shared project stakeholders (procurement firms, hotel groups, designers).

Help monitor timelines for spec approvals, model rooms, and installations.

Join regular check‑ins with Project Coordinators to keep projects moving.

Follow up on project inquiries, sample requests, and orders.

Business Development

Assist in identifying and reaching out to new clients in the territory.

Leverage social media to share the Phillip Jeffries brand and engage potential clients.

Partner with other sales reps to support project coordination and introductions.

Maintain strong relationships by understanding your clients’ goals and preferences.

Help plan and host events such as lunch & learn, happy hours, and industry gatherings.

Attend tradeshows and local industry events like NEWH & IID.

Keep a pulse on market trends, competitor activity, and client feedback.

What You Bring to the Table

Local expertise: based in Houston area with an insider’s understanding of the local design and commercial market.

Industry experience: 4+ years in sales or business development, ideally in interior design, commercial furnishings, or hospitality.

Project focus: organized and experienced working with long‑lead, spec‑driven projects.

Willingness to travel: open to occasional travel for tradeshows, events at headquarters, and key branch moments.

Tech‑savvy: comfortable navigating ERP and CRM systems.

Home base ready: equipped to work from a home office and stay connected on the go.

Reliable wheels: dependable transportation with space for samples.

Customer‑focused: deliver exceptional service, respond quickly, keep client experience front‑and‑center.

Positive energy: bring an upbeat, can‑do attitude to everything you do.

Team‑oriented: collaborative team player who values connection, communication, and shared wins.

Detail‑driven: strong organizational and analytical skills, turning data into insight.

Great communicator: confident and clear, in person and in writing.

Tech proficiency: comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite.

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred but skills and passion are key.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $75,000–$85,000 annually (based on interior industry experience).

Generous tiered commission program with uncapped potential earnings.

Annual company bonus program.

Annual cost of living increase.

Retirement plan – company auto‑contributes ~10% of annual salary.

Health benefits: medical coverage low cost to employee ($40 per month), spouse/partner/family coverage, HRA, prescription, dental, vision.

Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.

Paid days off: 16 paid days per calendar year, 10 paid holidays, NY closure week, community service PTO up to 3 days per year.

Onboarding programs, employee discounts on PJ products.

About Phillip Jeffries Phillip Jeffries, the world’s leader in natural, textured, and specialty wallcoverings, has been providing award‑winning designs to the architectural and interior design community for over 40 years. Products grace the walls of Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas, Barney’s New York stores, and luxurious homes worldwide. Visit

www.phillipjeffries.com .

Equal Opportunity Statement Phillip Jeffries is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state, or local law.

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