Entry Level Fabric Sales Rep Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description
For over 108 years, C.R. Daniels, Inc. has been a diversified U.S. manufacturer specializing in textile, plastic, and metal fabrication. We serve a broad range of customers, including government and commercial customers, by delivering high-quality, engineered products built to precise specifications.
We are seeking a motivated Fabric Sales Manager to support and grow our industrial textile and sewn products business. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys developing customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and working closely with manufacturing teams to deliver custom textile solutions. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and comfortable managing multiple customer accounts and projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Position Summary
The Fabric Sales Manager is responsible for managing and expanding sales activities related to fabrics and sewn products. This role works closely with customers, estimating, engineering, purchasing, and production to develop solutions that align with customer requirements while supporting profitable growth and long-term customer relationships.
This is a proactive, detail-oriented role best suited for someone who enjoys problem solving, building relationships, and identifying opportunities within a diversified manufacturing environment.
If you're energized by the challenge of building business and want to represent a company with a long manufacturing legacy, join the team at C.R. Daniels, Inc. and help drive the next phase of growth.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective customers within industrial and commercial markets
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities for a diverse range of fabrics, sewn textile products, and related manufacturing capabilities
• Work closely with customers to understand specifications, performance requirements, and application needs
• Prepare quotations, proposals, and sales documentation in a timely and professional manner
• Review customer drawings, specifications, and purchase orders to ensure alignment with manufacturing capabilities and contract requirements
• Manage customer communications regarding pricing, delivery schedules, product changes, and quality concerns
• Support product development and continuous improvement initiatives related to fabric and sewn products
• Maintain accurate customer records, sales activity reports, and forecasting information
• Participate in customer visits, trade shows, and industry events as needed
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure successful order execution and customer satisfaction
• Assist with strategic growth initiatives for textile and sewn product lines
Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Textiles, or related field preferred
• Prior B2B sales experience in industrial textiles, sewn products, manufacturing, or related industries preferred
• Knowledge of industrial fabrics, textile construction, sewing processes, and material applications is highly desirable
• Strong communication, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills
• Analytical skills to assess market trends and identify new sales opportunities
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of results
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and customer accounts
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems preferred
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, and use hands for typing and handling product samples
• Full-time, onsite: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Ability to communicate effectively through speaking and listening
• Occasional movement throughout manufacturing and warehouse areas
• Ability to travel periodically for customer visits, meetings, and trade shows
• Ability to lift and carry fabric samples, product materials, or boxes up to 35lbs unassisted
Benefits and Compensation

• Pay Range: $24.04- $26.45 per hour plus commission
• Health insurance (medical, dental vision)
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(k) with match and profit sharing
• Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick time

Additional Requirements

• C.R. Daniels, Inc abides by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. Upon accepting a position with C.R. Daniels, Inc., new employees must pass a drug screen before their first day of work.

Why Join C.R. Daniels?

• Stable, long-standing U.S. manufacturer with over 100 years of success
• Diverse product mix supporting multiple industries
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for growth and cross-functional career development
• Commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement

Equal Opportunity Employer
C.R. Daniels, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship/immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.