Fire Life Safety Sales Representative

Summit Companies•Rapid City, SD

About The Position

Summit Fire Protection is hiring a Fire Life Safety Sales Representative in Rapid City to develop customer relationships and expand inspection and monitoring services. The role supports organizational growth through sales of inspection and monitoring agreements for the company’s services, while providing strong customer service and maintaining customer relationships. The representative leads sales from initial contact or bid invitation through contract acquisition or Notice to Proceed, represents the company professionally, and provides coordination and administrative support to other departments. The position requires initiative, organization, attention to detail, effective communication, and reliable follow-through.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 2 years of experience operating a computer and using Microsoft Office required.
Ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in English with employees, customers, and the board of directors.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required.
Reliable transportation required.
Must comply with Summit Fire Protection’s Drug and Alcohol policy and background screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements.
Self-starter who is organized and detail oriented, with strong communication and follow-through.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business or a related field preferred.
At least 2 years of relevant business development work experience or Fire Life Safety sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Acquire sales leads for new work, prioritizing multi-year inspections for all services provided by Summit Fire Protection.
Conduct outside and inside sales.
Solicit work across building and construction types, including new construction, renovations, additions, and retrofits.
Lead the sales process from initial contact or bid invitation through contract acquisition or Notice to Proceed.
Generate new customer relationships and foster existing relationships to support continued sales.
Prepare new proposals, follow up on active proposals, and close active sales.
Communicate the status of active proposals to management.
Attend internal meetings, such as kickoff, job progress, and design coordination meetings, and external customer, stakeholder, authority having jurisdiction, design, and submittal planning meetings as requested.
Represent the company among customers and in the industry, demonstrating professionalism, quality, and a focus on relationships.
Assist Project Managers and the Design Department with communicating schedules, product and material information, work coordination, and related support.
Assist Accounting personnel with job setup, profitability monitoring, billing, and related tasks.
Use accounting software, or general knowledge of it, to track costs, billing, change orders, and similar items.
Assist with general marketing activities and company promotion.
Perform other duties as assigned.