Safety Sales Manager Northeast

Guardian Equipment Inc. (gesafety.com) is a growing Chicago company that manufactures emergency eyewash and shower equipment. These products are used in a wide variety of applications, including industrial facilities, science laboratories, schools and hospitals. We are a second-generation, family-owned company that has been in business for over forty years and are a worldwide leader in our industry. 
 
Our headquarters and main manufacturing plant are located in a new, state-of-the-art, LEED-Gold certified facility in Chicago. Our products are distributed by major distributors of safety and industrial supplies and equipment, including W.W. Grainger, McMaster-Carr, HD Supply, MSC and others. 
 
We offer a work place environment that rewards commitment, talent and the drive for excellence. Position: Due to continuing growth in our business, we are setting up a national field sales force to support our industrial supply customers. 
 
Role & Responsibilities:
Representative will be responsible for supporting the sales of Guardian products with and through our distributors, including: 

  • Build and maintain relationships with existing distributor customers. 
  • New business development. 
  • Support the field sales efforts of our distributors by providing marketing support, product training, problem resolution, etc.
  • Perform joint sales calls and field site safety assessments.
  • Provide technical information, job quotes, product submittals, etc.
  • Provide jobsite and after-sales support to assure that all parties are satisfied. 
  • Territory make up: CT, DE, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VA, VT, WV
 
These positions will be based in major metropolitan areas. Sales specialists will typically work out of a home office and 50 – 60% travel is expected. 
 
Qualifications: 
We require motivated, ambitious, energetic people who have initiative, self-confidence and the ability to identify problems, think through options and implement solutions. 
 
Specifically, ideal candidates will have the following qualifications: · 
  • BA or BS degree in a business, engineering or other related curriculum.
  • At least 2 years experience in field or account management type sales environment. 
  • At least 1 years experience selling a technically-oriented product.
  • Experience selling safety or industrial supplies at the manufacturer or distributor level is a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Proven track record of success in both school and work environments.
  • Proficient in Salesforce CRM usage is a plus.

 Benefits & Compensation:  
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, including:

  • Competitive salary.
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance.
  • MetLife PPO Dental insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Short and Long Term Disability. 
  • Profit-sharing and 401(k) plan with unlimited company match.
  • Ten PTO days.
  • Ten paid holidays.
  • Paid sick leave.
 
Guardian Equipment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing a safe and healthy work environment. 

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