Outside Sales Manager Jobs in Louisiana
Outside Sales Manager jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in energy services, industrial distribution, and healthcare products, with active hiring from the Gulf Coast's petrochemical corridor to the commercial centers of the north. Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Shreveport generate the most openings, and established employers like Wesco International, Sysco, and Entergy have maintained a consistent outside sales presence across the state. The most in-demand specialties are industrial supplies, medical devices, and construction materials sales. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Join the Red Fish Grill Team: Outside Sales Manager
About Us
At Ralph Brennan’s restaurants, we’re all about making great food, great experiences, and unforgettable moments. From Red Fish Grill to our other high-energy dining spots across New Orleans, we’ve built a reputation for inspired, locally-sourced cuisine and exceptional hospitality in the heart of the city. With deep roots in the community and a loyal following of locals and visitors alike, our restaurants aren’t just places to eat—they’re cultural landmarks that represent the best of New Orleans. Whether it’s a vibrant night out or a high-profile corporate event, we’re known for creating experiences that leave a lasting impression.
About the Role
We’re looking for a proactive, driven Outside Sales Manager who brings strong connections within the New Orleans community and is ready to help us grow our private events, venue buyouts, and corporate bookings. This role is all about building relationships—using your local network to drive new business while leveraging our already established presence in the city. If you’re a natural networker with a deep understanding of New Orleans’ event scene, and you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, we want you to join our team!
What You’ll Do
- Leverage Your Community Connections: Tap into your established network of local VIPs, corporate clients, and event planners to bring new business to Red Fish Grill, capitalizing on our community reputation and your relationships.
- Sell the Experience: Craft customized proposals for high-end events, showcasing our unique venue, exceptional service, and New Orleans’ vibrant cultural atmosphere.
- Drive Revenue: Actively seek out venue buyouts, corporate events, and private bookings, building on your local relationships and our brand’s strong presence in the community.
- Network Like a Pro: Attend local industry events, entertain prospective clients, and use your connections to keep Red Fish Grill at the forefront of New Orleans’ event scene.
- Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with marketing, operations, and culinary teams to ensure that every event is flawlessly executed, creating memorable experiences for your clients.
- Master the Tools: Use Tripleseat software to manage proposals, contracts, and event details efficiently, ensuring smooth coordination across all teams.
- Promote Exclusive Events: Partner with marketing to create buzz for high-profile events and group experiences that highlight Red Fish Grill’s role as an iconic New Orleans venue.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong Community Connections: You have a well-established network in New Orleans, with relationships across the hospitality, corporate, and events industries. Your local knowledge is a huge asset in driving sales and creating memorable experiences.
- Proven Sales Experience: At least 2-4 years in event sales, catering, or hospitality, with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets. Bonus if you’ve worked in New Orleans’ event or hospitality scene.
- Passion for People: You thrive on building relationships and delivering personalized service to clients—especially in the context of New Orleans’ tight-knit community.
- Excellent Communication Skills: You can easily engage with clients, colleagues, and vendors, making sure every event detail is clearly communicated and executed.
- A Go-Getter Attitude: You’re self-motivated, organized, and able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Why Work with Us?
- Rooted in the Community: Join a team with decades of local history and a strong presence in the New Orleans hospitality scene. Your connections will thrive in this environment.
- Growth Opportunities: With multiple restaurants, a catering business, and a bakery, we offer plenty of room for career advancement and skill development.
- Awesome Team: Be part of a collaborative, creative, and fun team that works hard and celebrates success together.
- Perks & Benefits: Competitive salary, great benefits, and the chance to work with one of New Orleans’ most iconic and respected restaurant groups.
If you’re passionate about New Orleans, have a strong network, and want to be a part of an established brand with big plans for the future, apply today! Help us continue to create incredible events and experiences that define the heart and soul of New Orleans.
Ralph Brennan’s six high-energy, high-experience restaurants (plus a bakery) stand apart for our commitment to inspired, locally-sourced cuisine and gracious hospitality served up in New Orleans’ most revered and iconic dining rooms.
Pay:
- Bonus pay
Benefits:
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
Job Type: fulltime
Education: No education required
Work location: On-site
Red Fish Grill. 115 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130
Join the Red Fish Grill Team: Outside Sales Manager
About Us
At Ralph Brennan’s restaurants, we’re all about making great food, great experiences, and unforgettable moments. From Red Fish Grill to our other high-energy dining spots across New Orleans, we’ve built a reputation for inspired, locally-sourced cuisine and exceptional hospitality in the heart of the city. With deep roots in the community and a loyal following of locals and visitors alike, our restaurants aren’t just places to eat—they’re cultural landmarks that represent the best of New Orleans. Whether it’s a vibrant night out or a high-profile corporate event, we’re known for creating experiences that leave a lasting impression.
About the Role
We’re looking for a proactive, driven Outside Sales Manager who brings strong connections within the New Orleans community and is ready to help us grow our private events, venue buyouts, and corporate bookings. This role is all about building relationships—using your local network to drive new business while leveraging our already established presence in the city. If you’re a natural networker with a deep understanding of New Orleans’ event scene, and you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, we want you to join our team!
What You’ll Do
- Leverage Your Community Connections: Tap into your established network of local VIPs, corporate clients, and event planners to bring new business to Red Fish Grill, capitalizing on our community reputation and your relationships.
- Sell the Experience: Craft customized proposals for high-end events, showcasing our unique venue, exceptional service, and New Orleans’ vibrant cultural atmosphere.
- Drive Revenue: Actively seek out venue buyouts, corporate events, and private bookings, building on your local relationships and our brand’s strong presence in the community.
- Network Like a Pro: Attend local industry events, entertain prospective clients, and use your connections to keep Red Fish Grill at the forefront of New Orleans’ event scene.
- Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with marketing, operations, and culinary teams to ensure that every event is flawlessly executed, creating memorable experiences for your clients.
- Master the Tools: Use Tripleseat software to manage proposals, contracts, and event details efficiently, ensuring smooth coordination across all teams.
- Promote Exclusive Events: Partner with marketing to create buzz for high-profile events and group experiences that highlight Red Fish Grill’s role as an iconic New Orleans venue.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong Community Connections: You have a well-established network in New Orleans, with relationships across the hospitality, corporate, and events industries. Your local knowledge is a huge asset in driving sales and creating memorable experiences.
- Proven Sales Experience: At least 2-4 years in event sales, catering, or hospitality, with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets. Bonus if you’ve worked in New Orleans’ event or hospitality scene.
- Passion for People: You thrive on building relationships and delivering personalized service to clients—especially in the context of New Orleans’ tight-knit community.
- Excellent Communication Skills: You can easily engage with clients, colleagues, and vendors, making sure every event detail is clearly communicated and executed.
- A Go-Getter Attitude: You’re self-motivated, organized, and able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Why Work with Us?
- Rooted in the Community: Join a team with decades of local history and a strong presence in the New Orleans hospitality scene. Your connections will thrive in this environment.
- Growth Opportunities: With multiple restaurants, a catering business, and a bakery, we offer plenty of room for career advancement and skill development.
- Awesome Team: Be part of a collaborative, creative, and fun team that works hard and celebrates success together.
- Perks & Benefits: Competitive salary, great benefits, and the chance to work with one of New Orleans’ most iconic and respected restaurant groups.
If you’re passionate about New Orleans, have a strong network, and want to be a part of an established brand with big plans for the future, apply today! Help us continue to create incredible events and experiences that define the heart and soul of New Orleans.
Ralph Brennan’s six high-energy, high-experience restaurants (plus a bakery) stand apart for our commitment to inspired, locally-sourced cuisine and gracious hospitality served up in New Orleans’ most revered and iconic dining rooms.
Pay:
- Bonus pay
Benefits:
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
Job Type: fulltime
Education: No education required
Work location: On-site
Red Fish Grill. 115 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130
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What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in outside sales manager jobs across Louisiana.
- Proven outside sales experience in industrial, energy, or distribution sectors preferred by Louisiana employers
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field typically required
- Valid Louisiana driver's license and reliable transportation for territory coverage
- Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed assigned revenue quotas and growth targets
- Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce to manage pipeline and client activity
- Strong knowledge of Louisiana's regional markets, key accounts, and distributor networks
Outside Sales Manager Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a outside sales manager in Louisiana?
Most outside sales manager roles in Louisiana require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field combined with several years of outside sales experience. Louisiana does not issue a state license specific to outside sales management, but roles in regulated sectors such as insurance or pharmaceuticals require industry-specific credentials issued by the Louisiana Department of Insurance or relevant federal bodies. Building a record of territory growth and account management in Louisiana's key industries, particularly energy, distribution, or healthcare, is the most direct path.
How much do outside sales managers make in Louisiana?
Outside sales managers in Louisiana earn a median of about $110,700 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,040 for the lowest 10% to over $217,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire outside sales managers in Louisiana?
Louisiana outside sales manager roles are posted by Cleft of the Rock, Spectrum, and Hibu and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Louisiana's concentration of energy, petrochemical, and industrial distribution companies creates steady demand for outside sales managers who know how to work Gulf Coast accounts and long-cycle B2B sales.
Which Louisiana cities have the most outside sales manager jobs?
Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Lake Charles have the most outside sales manager openings in Louisiana right now. Baton Rouge and New Orleans anchor demand through their industrial, healthcare, and commercial distribution sectors, while Shreveport draws openings tied to manufacturing and energy services across the northwestern part of the state.
Are there remote outside sales manager jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, but they're rare. Outside sales management is fundamentally a field-based role that involves in-person client visits and territory coverage, so most positions require a physical presence. About 77% of outside sales manager openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with flexibility most common in roles focused on national accounts or software and technology sales rather than industrial or distribution verticals.
How can I get hired as a outside sales manager in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as an outside sales representative or territory sales rep at a large Louisiana-based distributor or manufacturer, then moving into a management role after demonstrating consistent quota attainment. Companies like industrial distributors along the Baton Rouge and New Orleans corridors regularly hire entry-level outside sales reps and promote from within. A background in account management, inside sales, or customer success at a Louisiana energy or healthcare company gives candidates a strong edge when applying for first-time management positions.
Where can I find and apply to outside sales manager jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to outside sales manager jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your experience and territory preferences, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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