Outsides Fire Alarm Sales Representative

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Position Summary:

The ideal Fire Alarm Sales Representative candidate will have previous sales experience and have worked in the Fire Alarm Industry. Candidates will have knowledge of NFPA standards to determine the necessary requirements/equipment needed for a multitude of occupancies from retail to commercial, educational, residential and others. The candidate will work with contractors to offer fire alarm parts and smarts plus design build and installation pricing.

The Fire Alarm Sales Representative will also sell products and services offered by the company to current and new clientele. The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for increasing sales by developing and maintaining relationships with customers and clients. Duties may include identifying prospective customers, following up on potential sales leads and maintaining relationships with existing customers. Outside Sales Representatives may also recommend marketing strategies designed for a target market.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Builds and maintains a network of sources from which to identify new sales leads.
• Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and suggests products and services to meet those needs.
• Demonstrates the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs.
• Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale.
• Maintains communication with existing and previous customers, alerting them of new products, services, and enhancements that may be of interest.
• Maintains detailed reports of sales activities including calls, orders, sales, lost business, and any customer or vendor relationship problems.
• Provides periodic territory sales forecasts.
• Visit job sites to measure production, quality, and safety.
• Attend job meetings and provide regular status updates to management.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Education/Qualification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Working knowledge of applicable NFPA Codes
• Three years of related experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Must possess and retain a valid driver's license and be able to drive short and long distances for work. Has an acceptable driving record.

Other Duties:

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to work long hours and weekends when necessary as well as the ability to travel overnight occasionally.
• Ability to wear PPE such as ear plugs, safety glasses, gloves, steel toe shoes, and/or fall protection.
• Ability to stand and walk on uneven surfaces in construction and/or heavy industrial sites, climb ladders or and stairs.
• Ability to withstand mild to moderate exposure to moving machinery, marked changes in temperature or humidity, and dust, fumes, and gases.
• Ability to work inside and outside in hot, cold, wet, or dry environments for long periods of time.
• Ability to pass post-offer and random drug screens.

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Benefits and Perks:

• Excellent pay

• Medical, dental, vision

• Company paid life insurance

• Company paid short term disability

• 401K with employer match

• Paid vacation and company holidays

• Training and Career Development

• Company vehicle (if job applicable)

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer