Sales Executive (Fire Alarms)

Distro•New York City, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

NY Fire Detection, Inc. is seeking a full-time Sales Executive specializing in Fire Alarms to cover the NYC territory. The ideal candidate will reside in Westchester, NYC, Nassau, or Suffolk County. This role involves a base salary of $75-85k with an uncapped commission, leading to an on-target earnings (OTE) of $160-200k+. The preferred industry experience is in Construction (All Trades, excluding Distribution). The company utilizes AI tools to assist in the hiring process, but final decisions are made by humans.

Requirements

Reside in Westchester, NYC, Nassau & Suffolk County
Experience in Construction (All Trades, exception Distribution)
Ability to read drawings and specifications fluently
Understanding of system requirements, code implications, and integration details
Ability to position the company as a problem-solving partner
Attention to detail in reviewing documents
Professional, direct, and clear communication skills
Strong organization and efficiency in managing multiple bids, deadlines, and relationships
Persistence and follow-through on opportunities
Professionalism in appearance, responsiveness, and reliability
Ability to collaborate effectively with Estimating, Engineering, and Operations
Commitment to continuous learning on codes, manufacturers, and design practices

Responsibilities

Owns proposal accuracy and customer satisfaction; no excuses or deflection.
Reads drawings and specifications fluently; understands system requirements, code implications, and integration details.
Positions NY Fire as a partner solving problems—not just quoting jobs.
Reviews all documents carefully before award; no missing inclusions or exclusions.
Communicates professionally, directly, and clearly with internal teams and external partners.
Manages multiple bids, deadlines, and relationships without losing control of priorities.
Proactively follows up on every opportunity until a decision is made.
Represents NY Fire’s reputation through appearance, responsiveness, and reliability.
Works cohesively with Estimating, Engineering, and Operations—no silos, no surprises.
Stays current on codes, manufacturers, and design practices to enhance proposal quality and customer trust.