Outside Sales Representative - Law Enforcement - North Jersey

MES Life Safety; Sandy Hook (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle Program

401k plus company match

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO

Job summary

MES Life Safety is seeking an Outside Sales Representative in Sandy Hook, Connecticut, to support law enforcement departments with equipment needs. The ideal candidate is organized and outgoing, capable of working closely with customers throughout the sales cycle.

The role is full-time and offers a salary plus commissions. Responsibilities include sales outreach, product training, and territory management. A valid driver's license and ability to lift 50 pounds are required, and military veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assist Police Departments with their law enforcement equipment needs.
• Provide end user training and product setup.
• Conduct sales outreach within assigned territory.

Skills

Effective listening

Communication skills

Negotiating skills

Basic computer skills

Business math

Integrity and ethical standards

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

MES is the nation’s largest provider of PPE, fire apparatus, uniforms, and services to first responders, with over 25 locations and a nationwide warehousing system.

Job Description

Are you outgoing, customer-focused, organized, self-disciplined, and motivated by money? MES is looking for an Outside Sales Representative to assist Police Departments and other First Responder departments in your assigned territory with their law enforcement equipment needs. You will work closely with existing customers and new prospects as the face of MES through the entire sales cycle and provide end user training and product setup when necessary.

This is a full-time position with the potential to earn significant monthly commissions.

Territory

North Jersey - Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Hudson counties.

Training

MES full training on sales, products, customer management.

Travel

25% travel within the assigned territory.

Essential Job Functions

• Effective listening, communication (verbal and written), and negotiating skills
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards
• Able to perform business math (gross margin calculations, etc.)
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds (demo equipment, sizing gear, etc.)
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen (excludes THC) and background check
• A high school diploma, bachelor’s degree preferred

Requirements

Preferred Experience

• Minimum 2 - 3 years in similar position
• Prior experience selling to emergency responders is highly preferred
• Experience as a first responder/EMT/Law Enforcement Officer
• Military veterans are highly encouraged to apply to this position
• Conducting outreach to correctional facilities

Benefits

• Salary plus Commission
• Company Vehicle Program
• 401k plus company match option
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings plans
• Disability and Life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• PTO

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