Agriculture Outside Sales Representative

AKE Safety Equipment • Christiansburg, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

AKE Safety Equipment is seeking experienced, driven outside sales representatives in agricultural areas nationwide. Representatives sell STOP-FYRE fire extinguishers directly to farmers by driving farm to farm within a protected territory. The role is an independent, 1099 outside-sales position with a 100% straight-commission compensation structure and significant weekly performance bonuses. Commissions and bonuses are uncapped, and representatives control their own schedules and income while receiving support from the sales team. Advancement is available for representatives who consistently achieve their goals.

AKE Safety Equipment, founded in 1989, manufactures and sells fire safety equipment nationally through a network of dealers and sales representatives. The company seeks competitive, entrepreneurial salespeople who are motivated to help customers protect people and property. The selection process includes a one-on-one phone interview and, for candidates considered a good fit, a virtual interview with the VP of Sales.

Requirements

• Experienced sales representative with a track record of successful selling.
• Able to work independently and demonstrate self-motivation, ambition, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Willing to be trained and embrace new ideas.
• Passionate about customers, the product, and the team.
• Trustworthy and aligned with the company's core values.
• Comfortable with a 100% commission-based compensation structure.

Nice To Haves

• Connection to the agricultural community through farm experience or regular business with farmers.
• Background in construction or excavation, including work in the industry, sales to the industry, sales for a construction company, or ownership of a construction business.
• Experience as a firefighter, law enforcement officer, military member, or EMT.

Responsibilities

• Sell STOP-FYRE fire extinguishers directly to farmers.
• Travel farm to farm within a protected territory to conduct outside sales.
• Consistently achieve sales goals and help serve customers.

Benefits

• Uncapped commission and significant weekly performance bonuses.
• Control over schedule and income.
• Opportunity for advancement based on consistent achievement of goals.
• No fees to work for the company, and sales representatives are not required to purchase products for resale.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed