Direct Sales Representative - Houston, TX
About the role
Universal Energy Solutions is hiring motivated individuals to join our Houston team as Direct Sales Representatives. Whether you're just starting your career, changing industries, or looking for a fresh opportunity, this entry-level position is designed for people who enjoy working with others and want to build a successful career.
Responsibilities
Your day begins at the office, where you'll work with your mentor to plan, prepare and strategize for the day ahead. You'll then head into your assigned territory and crush your goals.
- Meet face-to-face with business owners and decision-makers
- Review current electricity and natural gas supply plans
- Help businesses identify opportunities to reduce their energy costs
- Recommend competitive energy supplier options based on each customer's needs
- Build relationships with prospective commercial customers
- Learn our proven customer consultation process alongside experienced mentors
- Travel throughout an assigned territory (typically within a 30-mile radius of the office)
- Build the skills needed to take on larger customer portfolios and advance your career
Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable personal vehicle
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable meeting with business owners face-to-face
Preferred: Previous experience in sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or another customer-facing role. Self-motivated with strong communication and organizational skills.
Benefits
Compensation & Incentives: Multiple compensation paths designed to support your career goals, including paid training, commission paid weekly, and additional performance-based incentives and bonuses.
- Hands-on training from experienced mentors
- Ongoing career coaching
- Career path to Account Manager and leadership positions
- Promote-from-within culture
- Health benefits after eligibility requirements are met
- Team-oriented work environment
Pay
Base Pay + Commission - ideal for those beginning their careers, with weekly base pay while you learn and build confidence, and Tier 1 commissions on new accounts (capped). Commission-Only - ideal for experienced professionals, with Tier 2 commissions on new accounts (uncapped) and residual commission on accounts you manage and retain. Typical On Target Earnings for Consultants are in the range $55,000-$70,000, with Top Performers exceeding $100k+ in their first year.