Special Hazard and Fire Alarm Sales Representative

Special Hazard and Fire Alarm Sales Representative

Jackson, TN

American Fire Protection Group (AFPG) is a people-first company with a proven track record of investing in our teammates. Our purpose of “Building Great Leaders” is at the forefront of everything we do.

AFPG is powered by APi Group – a global, market-leading business services provider of safety and specialty services in over 500 locations worldwide. Being a part of an organization like APi Group has many benefits, including highly competitive pay, industry leading benefits and perks, and extensive learning and development opportunities.

We often hear companies claim they are a “family” not just a “company.” We strive to be a company that prioritizes the family YOU already have waiting for you at home. Creating a healthy work-life balance and ensuring everyone makes it home safely is our top priority.

Benefits We Offer:

• Comprehensive Insurance coverage - Health, Dental, Vision and More
• 401(k) Plan – Matching %
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Sales Commission Plan
• Flex Spending (FSA) and HSA
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Individual Development Plan (IDP) – Define your career goals and create a plan that make the goals attainable
• Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and trainings
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonuses
• Employer Paid Life Insurance

Special Hazard and Fire Alarm Sales Representative

The Special Hazard and Fire Alarm Sales Representative is responsible for generating new installation sales of special hazard systems, fire alarm and detection systems as well as other low voltage systems. The salesperson will be responsible for developing and maintaining customer relationships with electrical contractors, general contractors, and end users with a focus on new projects and upfits. All estimates should be thorough and profitable, and the proposals should be professional. The fire alarm sales representative will be expected to work closely with all Departments to sell all-inclusive services to customers.

This position has a salary range of $60k-$70k depending on experience

Job Responsibilities

• Establish contact with prospective and qualified potential buyers of low voltage products, fire alarm and detection and special hazard systems by scheduling sales calls, following up on leads and outlined marketing strategies.
• Effective scheduling of time and preparation of bid schedule.
• Prepare accurate estimates and proposals in accordance with AFPG guidelines, bid documents, and specifications.
• Complete the sale of fire alarm systems, special hazard systems and upgrades supporting recurring monthly service customers (maintenance, monitoring, test and inspection) – as required, collaborate with other sales departments.
• Obtain signed proposals, contracts, or early start agreements before starting work.
• Create and conduct effective proposal presentations, identifying the customer’s fire and life safety issues, the effects of the problems, and solutions offered – expected to be involved in the production of accurate price quotations
• Develop and maintain an active proposal backlog to support the established sales and gross profit plan.
• Develop and maintain new and existing customer relationships that meet or exceed their expectations of a long-term partner.
• Keep well-informed of marketing opportunities through sales calls, networking, and other market-related information.
• Initiate Kick-off meetings with Design and Operations TEAM and provide all necessary drawings, specifications and pertinent information for the project to be successful.
• Provide information for manpower schedule.
• Propose all change orders as necessary.
• Lead customer presentations, “lunch and learns" and other relationship building meetings.
• Complete understanding of all AFPG and Branch pricing worksheets and contract terms.
• Consistently review customers to ensure they meet the intent of AFPG “Get the right work with the right customers” operating code.

Job Qualifications

• Driven by a sense of personal accomplishment and job satisfaction which contributes to the overall good of the company.
• Part of a unified family of trusted leaders consistently providing peace of mind through exceptional customer service experiences.
• Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the life safety industry in order to provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Able to classify and monitor documents in an orderly and efficient manner.
• Able to anticipate leadership voids or gaps and actively fill them or ensure that they are being addressed.
• Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
• Fire Alarm, Low Voltage or Special Hazard sales experience: 2 years
• Knowledge of codes.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• In-person.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Please visit www.afpgusa.com/careers for more information or to see all job openings.

American Fire Protection Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants with American Fire Protection Group and its subsidiaries will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000