Sales Representative
Sales Representative – Refinery & Petrochemical Market Breeze Unlimited it posting on behalf of Motivo | Remote (Gulf Coast or Midwest Preferred)
About the Role
Motivo is seeking a driven, self-sufficient Sales Representative to own and grow a defined territory within the refinery and petrochemical market. This role is built for a true hunter someone who thrives in business development, is comfortable managing the full sales cycle, and brings deep industry knowledge and relationships. You’ll play a critical role in expanding Motivo’s footprint by developing new business, strengthening existing client partnerships, and delivering solutions across industrial cleaning, piping, and related services. What You’ll Do Own the full sales cycle from prospecting through close Drive new business development through cold outreach and networking Build and manage a strong territory strategy Develop accurate and competitive quotes and proposals Maintain and track pipeline activity in CRM systems Manage and grow existing customer relationships Conduct virtual sales meetings (approx. 5 per week) Travel ~1 week per month to support client engagement and growth What We’re Looking For 5+ years of sales experience in the refinery or petrochemical industry Strong preference for candidates with experience in: Industrial cleaning Piping or related services Background with companies such as: Clean Harbors HydroChem (HPC) DeBusk Evergreen Badger Vortex Insituform Selling to refineries, total safety, pump companies Herc rental, sunbelt, united rain for rent, malco viori, structural technologies - civil apache brand safeway Proven ability to independently manage a territory and pipeline Strong communication skills, including presenting via virtual platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams) Highly self-motivated and able to work remotely with minimal oversight
Compensation
Base Salary: $85,000 Commission Structure: 2% on new business (target: $5M) 1% on existing business (target: $5M) On-Target Earnings: 2025: ~$175,000 (impacted by market conditions) 2026 Expected: $200,000–$225,000+
Preferred Qualifications
Industry experience is prioritized over formal education (“School of Hard Knocks” mindset) Proficiency in: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word CRM systems and digital sales tools Ability to operate effectively in a remote environment Access to a dedicated home office (support available if needed)
Requirements
Ability to pass random drug screenings Must pass background check and be eligible for: DISA program clearance TWIC Card Why Motivo High-autonomy, high-impact role with direct influence on company growth Strong earning potential tied to performance Flexible, remote-first environment Opportunity to build and own a meaningful territory