Commercial Fire Alarm Systems Sales Executive

Commercial Fire Alarm Systems Sales Executive

Work directly for a multinational company specializing in building automation, HVAC systems, and security solutions. Primary work/client location, Houston, TX. Commercial Fire Alarm Systems Sales Executive: Summary: Our continued growth has produced a need for a hardworking Fire Life Safety Construction Sales Executive to join our team. In this exciting and rewarding role the responsibilities will include expertly representing the Company with respect to the promotion and sale of Fire Safety/Fire Alarm Systems to general and electrical contractors as well as end users within an assigned territory and accounts. Responsibilities: As a Fire Alarm Construction Sales Executive you will establish contact with prospects and qualify potential buyers by scheduling sales calls, following up on leads, and using company marketing strategies. You'll bring your experience in selling complex fire alarm systems 500k and above. Develop a sales strategy to gain customer understanding of company product offerings, qualify and prioritize opportunities, and maintain appropriate territory records. Conduct seminars, demonstrations, etc. in order to generate, develop, and qualify leads for prospective customers. Develop financial justifications, prepare proposals, make presentations, and perform vital follow-up for successful closing of the sale. Interface efficiently with district operations to deliver and improve service delivery. Deliver sales against an assigned quota. Maintain established accounts as an Account Representative through regular customer contact in pursuit of follow up on sales. Report progress and supply metrics to operation and corporate teams on a weekly and monthly basis. Participate in trade shows, special product demonstrations and other events with the objective of growing sales and improving the company's image.

Required Minimum of 5 years of sales experience in complex Fire Alarm Systems with proven track record of success. Must have experience selling Fire Alarm-specific projects 500k and above At least 3 years experience Construction sales background Highly motivated and success driven. High degree of self-discipline. Self-Motivation with good interpersonal skills. Good oral and written communication skills and sales techniques. Ability to quickly identify and qualify opportunities. Ability to persuade and close sales. Ability to acquire appropriate licenses required by national, state and local codes. Preferred Simplex Systems Experience Preferred Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or engineering preferred OR equivalent work experience. Experience working with general and electrical contractors, ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams desirable. Computer experience (Microsoft and Oracle programs preferred).