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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ABOUT THE JOB:
Are you ambitious, motivated and enjoy pounding the pavement to generate new business? Are you money motivated? If so, we need you!
Ironclad Environmental Solutions is seeking an outside sales individual to drive year-over-year revenue growth with current and new accounts. This division is looking to grow exponentially in the next 5 years, and you could be part of that! We want you to achieve professional growth and accelerate your sales career.
Oh, one more thing--you must believe in and promote company goals and values of Safety First, Integrity, People Making It Happen, Delivering Results, Continuous Improvement and Community Involvement.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
- Develop assigned territory via prospecting, cold calling, qualifying leads, following up on referrals, setting up appointments and making sales presentations.
- Provide superior customer service to address specific customer requirements, including request for proposal responses and industry-specific solutions.
- Lead solution development efforts that best address customer needs, while coordinating the involvement of all necessary team members.
- Provide technical support activities related to Tank, Box, Filtration Pumps, Pipes and Hoses at job sites.
- Work with Branch and Regional Management to develop annual strategic sales plan and individual quarterly revenue budget/account plans.
- Ability to read and decipher blueprints and engineered computer-aided design (CADD) documentation.
- Keep up to date on industry news, trends, products, services, competitors, relevant information about legacy, existing, and emerging technologies, and the latest product-line developments.
- Maintain customer's company/contact information and document all customer visits and business opportunities in CRM.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- 4+ years' sales experience OR a bachelor’s degree AND 2+ years' sales experience
- Experience using a CRM, preferably Salesforce.com
- Ability to multi-task with high degree of attention to detail and follow through
- Ability to work in an indoor and outdoor environment which includes working underneath equipment and exposure to dust, noise, and hazardous materials
- Proven track record of growing a territory and existing accounts through referrals
- Communicate clearly: both verbal and written
- Strong computer skills
- Strong construction or mechanical aptitude preferred
- Preferred experience in Industrial Tank Box, Filtration and either Petrochemical, Construction, Mining or Oil & Gas fluid and solid management
- Experience with Chrome River preferred
- Valid Driver's License
- Up to 10% overnight travel required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Company car
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- B2B sales: 4 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Baton Rouge, LA 70801: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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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 Hibu, Fiserv, and Spectrum and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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, Metairie, and Shreveport 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 57% of outside sales manager openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of November 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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