Outside Sales Representative - Law Enforcement - Philadelphia, PA

MES Life Safety; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary plus Commission

Company Vehicle Program

401k plus company match

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings plans

Disability and Life insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO

Job summary

MES Life Safety is seeking an Outside Sales Representative in the Reading, PA area to assist Police Departments and First Responder departments with their equipment needs. The role requires effective communication, negotiating skills, and the ability to provide training on products. Ideal for candidates with a background in sales to emergency responders.

This full-time position offers a salary plus commission, a company vehicle program, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must have 2-3 years of experience in a similar sales position.
• Prior sales experience to emergency responders is highly preferred.
• Experience as a first responder/EMT/Law Enforcement Officer is a plus.
• Military veterans are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist Police Departments and other First Responder departments.
• Work closely with existing customers and new prospects.
• Provide end-user training and product setup.
• Conduct outreach to correctional facilities.

Skills

Effective listening

Communication skills

Negotiating skills

Business math

Basic computer skills

Valid driver's license

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Established in 2001, MES is the nation’s largest provider of PPE, fire apparatus, uniforms, and services to first responders. With over 25 locations, MES is the most trusted source of equipment and service for firefighters, law enforcement, and EMTs. Our dedicated team of over 300 sales representatives and certified service technicians allows us to bring unparalleled quality and service to our industry. MES supports its customers with innovative digital commerce solutions and a nationwide warehousing system with three strategically located hubs that carry thousands of products representing the best brands on the market.

Job Description

Are you outgoing, customer-focused, organized, self-disciplined, and motivated by money? We have just the position for you. Municipal Emergency Services (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

Philadelphia (south east PA area)

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

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

MES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. MES will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment screening.