Outside Sales Representative – Residential & Commercial Security Solutions

Outside Sales Representative – Residential & Commercial Security Solutions

Job Details

Description

Vector Security is seeking an Outside Sales Representative (Residential and Commercial Security Solutions) to grow new and existing customer relationships within an assigned territory. This opportunity offers a combination of base salary and uncapped commission while building relationships with homeowners, business owners, and key decision makers.

At Vector Security We Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Make a Difference Every Day! If this is how you like to work, we’d like to invite you to join our team!

We offer great benefits, a competitive base salary + uncapped commission, and growth opportunities. We think you’ll find what you want here because what we do matters - to us, our customers, and most of all, our team members.

Location: Auburn, AL

Summary:

Vector Security is seeking an Outside Sales Representative (Residential and Commercial)! In this field-based role, you will generate new opportunities through prospecting, networking, referrals, and in-person meetings with potential customers. Representatives assess customer needs and recommend customized security solutions including alarm systems, video surveillance, access control, fire systems, and smart home technology.

Successful candidates are motivated self-starters who enjoy building relationships in their community, managing their own territory, and developing a strong sales pipeline. By delivering solutions that protect people, property, and operations, representatives play a key role in helping customers feel secure while growing their own income through performance-based earnings.

Why Join Vector Security

• Established brand with trusted security solutions for both residential and commercial customers
• Opportunity to build and grow your own territory through relationship-driven sales
• Diverse product portfolio including intrusion detection, video surveillance, access control, fire systems, and smart home technology
• Ongoing training and product education to support your success in the field
• Competitive compensation including base salary, uncapped commission potential, and monthly vehicle allowance

What You'll Do:

• Sell Vector Security residential and commercial solutions by proactively generating appointments with prospective and existing customers and ensuring offerings align with customer needs and company objectives.
• Maintains strong product knowledge through ongoing training and certifications; educate customers on security solutions including video surveillance, intrusion detection, access control, and fire alarm systems.
• Continuously build and manage a sales pipeline by generating commercial proposals and maintaining opportunities equal to at least four times monthly sales quota.
• Track all proposals and activity within company CRM system to ensure accurate reporting and management visibility.
• Collaborate with commercial system design teams and branch operations to ensure the proper scope is defined for larger commercial installations.
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities by developing strategies to introduce Vector's products to new customers and target segments.
• Monitor competitive activity and market trends including pricing, products, delivery schedules, and merchandising techniques.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Valid Driver's License
• Needs to be savvy in using social media to increase sales leads.
• Prospecting Skills:
• In order to expand our commercial business, it is important that Commercial sales representatives be able to build new relationships and generate new logos for the company.
• This can be done via a variety of methods including leveraging LinkedIn, social media, networking, working “Dodge” type reports, etc.
• Previous Sales Experience - Preferred:
• Demonstrated success in previous sales positions.
• Presentation Skills:
• Ability to present complex integrated solutions that are common in Large Commercial environment.
• Closing Skills:
• Must be able to close commercial proposals at a rate deemed acceptable by management, overcome objections, have strong negotiation skills.

We also recognize that great sales professionals come from many different industries. If you bring strong relationship-building skills, a consultative approach, and the drive to succeed, we’d love to hear from you! Candidates from a variety of outside sales environments often excel in this role, including security systems, alarm or access control sales, HVAC or building systems sales, telecom or cable sales, solar, pest control, or furniture sales, and other territory-based consultative sales roles.

Compensation & Earnings Potential:

We offer base salary + uncapped commission along with guaranteed commission for first six pay periods. This role offers a competitive commission structure with uncapped earning potential. High-performing representatives often earn up to $80,000 in their first year, with experienced top performers exceeding six figures.

What You'll Get:

We offer a “Total Rewards” package including:

• Competitive compensation with incentive eligibility
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Company paid short- and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefit products
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

We are one of the largest security integrators in the country and have proudly been installing innovative security and smart automation solutions in homes and businesses for more than 50 years. Our purpose is to make our world more secure, connected and empowered, one customer at a time.

Our Values:

• Win as a team.
• Do the right thing.
• Make a difference every day.
• Get it done.
• Think big.

If you share these ideas, we’d love to hear from you!

Vector Security is a Drug-Free Workplace

Vector Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender, national origin, veteran, or disability status.