Fire Alarm Service Sales Representative

Fire Alarm Service Sales Representative

Our rapidly growing company is in need of a talented Fire Alarm Sales Representative to join our team. You will be the tip of the spear in our efforts to find, attract, and close new customers.

The primary function of this role is to sell fire alarm contracts including service and small fire alarm jobs. The responsibilities of a Fire Alarm Service Sales Representative include promoting and selling Fire Alarm services and small fire alarm installation projects or remodels to contractors and end users within an assigned territory and accounts. Will establish contact with prospects and qualify potential buyers of new construction and service work by scheduling sales calls, following up with leads, and utilizing marketing strategies. Must be able to build new business associates / relationships and grow the fire alarm service business.

This job requires the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced multi-tasked environment with a focus on sales and customer service. It will require travel to potential/existing customer sites.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the identification, selection, and development of new and existing customer accounts.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective communication with customers, ensuring their satisfaction with our products and services at all times.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met and actively participate in quickly resolving customer problems.
• Quotes to the customers for service and any follow-up impairments.
• Grow service base by selling commercial service products & solutions to new and existing customers, including repair service, modernization and service agreements.
• Work with other branch personnel to ensure great customer service from the order to the delivery and beyond.
• Perform customer surveys as required/requested.
• Develop and maintain vendor relations.
• Obtain all licensing required to perform job function, as applicable.
• Obtain manufacturers' certifications required to perform job function, as applicable.
• Complete proper scheduling and execution of monthly calls as assigned by management.
• Execute all Company processes and complete all required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Continually enhance sales skills and product knowledge in order to promote a professional image in the field.
• Read architectural and mechanical drawings and determine proper sprinkler locations for new construction and remodel projects.
• Travel to customer and job sites as required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2+ years of experience selling service contracts in the Fire Protection industry is required.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 72 is required.
• Knowledge of industry standard practices for service and inspection is required.
• The ability to multi-task to the extreme is required.
• A valid driver's license and excellent driving record is required.
• Significant experience with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) applications is required.
• Excellent customer service skills are required.
• Demonstration of a positive attitude is required.
• The ability to think strategically, make sound decisions, and produce accurate and timely results is required.
• Building positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees and management is required.
• Demonstrating integrity and professionalism is required.
• Demonstrating commitment to company values is required.
• Excellent organizational skills are required.
• Ability to follow-up on tasks and assignments in a timely manner is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills are required.
• Ability to perform basic business mathematical functions is required.
• The ability to work with minimal supervision is required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment is required.
• Complying with all operating policies, procedures, executed Plans, and Programs is required.