Sales - Contractor

Founded in 1878 in St. Louis, MO, Caleres, Inc. (formerly known as Brown Shoe Company) is a prominent footwear company that boasts an impressive portfolio. As the parent company of 15 diverse brands such as Dr. Scholl's, Naturalizer, Ryka and Vionic. Caleres offers a wide range of footwear options to suit every individual's taste and preference.

Caleres' legacy includes 145+ years of craftmanship, a passion for fit with a mission to inspire people to feel great...feet first. Commissioned Independent Sales Representative We are looking for an Independent Sales Representative with footwear or apparel experience. This will be a commissioned 1099 role. You will represent designated brands to build partnerships with local retailers and businesses to promote various shoe styles.

What will you be doing? You will develop leads and drive sales by actively contacting businesses in your area Physical visits to local businesses are a key component You will need to sell and follow up with clients regularly Our team handles customer service & order processing What makes you Successful! Experience in footwear or apparel sales Demonstrated ability to convert prospects and close deals Professional demeanor and selling style Solid experience in opportunity identification, pre-visit planning, account development, and time/territory management Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with customers Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills Excellent listening skills High energy and an engaging level of enthusiasm 2 years of direct work experience in an external sales capacity.

Perks you’ll enjoy! Commission based only at the rate of 10% Truly unlimited earning potential Well-established territory with dedicated dealers We will provide you with product training and samples Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve.

We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems. Caleres is invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

The actual pay will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits.