What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Sales position at American Fire Systems, Inc?
Fire Alarm Sales
About AFS
American Fire Systems has been in business for 23 years, selling, designing, installing, inspecting, and maintaining fire protection systems in Texas for some of the nation’s largest high-end multi-family developers. Specializing in fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, fire pumps & fire extinguishers, AFS is pursuing new verticals, new services, and new markets to aggressively augment their growth. Now pursuing fire protection opportunities in Commercial, Industrial, Government, Education (K-12) & Healthcare as well as the Multi-Family.. These initiatives demand acquiring and developing new talent and ambitious team members who want a burgeoning career in the industry with a company intent on future growth.
Not only is American Fire Systems continuing to grow in their offerings, they are also increasing its reach. While holding a significant market share in the greater Houston area, AFS has recently opened offices in Austin/San Antonio/Dallas/Fort Worth markets.
About the Role
This role reports to the Branch Manager and is located in Austin, TX. AFS is looking for a Fire Alarm Sales representative for immediate opportunities. Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with clients, negotiating and closing of fire alarm sales. Must understand the sales cycle, maintain a pipeline, and forecast correctly. This position requires a team player with a positive, professional attitude and demeanor.
What you’ll do (day to day)
- Actively grow business by seeking new relationships and service opportunities.
- Provide take-offs, accurate estimates and create proposals for new contracts-ground up, build outs, and renovations.
- Maintain a high level of service and professionalism.
- Ensure customer satisfaction.
- Prepare proposals in accordance with company policy and in a professional and timely manner.
- Actively pursue opportunities with existing and new prospective customers in an effort to build business.
- Take advantage of all marketing opportunities through networking and other market related events ex: industry meetings and after hours functions.
- Expected to meet or exceed annual, assigned sales goal/budget.
- Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
- Must have previous fire alarm sales experience.
- Must possess technical and code knowledge for fire alarm systems.
- An existing customer base is a plus.
- Must be a self-starter able to generate new business leads and identify sales opportunities.
- Must work well with others in a collaborative team environment.
- Must apply innovative and effective sales and project management techniques to maximize performance.
- Understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards.
- Make decisions and recommendations that affect profitability.
- Assertive personality with a progressive and positive attitude.
- Willing to call on new customers.
- Detail oriented.
- Good interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to “think outside the box” and encourage creative thinking in others.
- Ability to work as part of a team to achieve the Company’s overall goals.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen.
- Normal work hours are Monday – Friday from 7:00AM – 4:00PM.
Why join us?
We are looking for great people to join a fast-paced, growing, and innovative business. We offer:
- 100% Employer paid health, dental, and vision programs for the employee.
- Personal time-off.
- 401(K) match.
- Merit advancement opportunities.
- Career development & training.
- Pay scale: 70-80K (based on years of industry experience).
*American Fire Systems is an equal opportunity employer*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Cold calling: 2 years (Required)
- Construction estimating: 2 years (Preferred)
- Fire Alarm Sales: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
