Sales Representative

Allied Fire Protection • McAllen, TX

96d

About The Position

The Fire Alarm Service Sales Representative is responsible for managing customer relationships and driving sales for fire alarm services. This role involves preparing proposals based on inspection reports, communicating with customers, and following up on leads to meet sales goals. The representative will also attend industry events, conduct job site surveys, and maintain accurate records of sales activities. A commitment to safety and customer satisfaction is essential, along with a proactive approach to developing new business opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent
• General understanding of Microsoft office products
• Previous experience with customer service in an office setting
• 3+ years of industry sales track record
• Fire Sprinkler or Fire Protection work experience, field experience is a plus

Nice To Haves

• Strong verbal skills and written communication
• Time management skills
• Ability to take direction from upper management
• Demonstrate positive teamwork and ability to be a team leader and mentor
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Responsibilities

• Transfer deficiencies noted in inspection reports to deficiency logs and prepare proposals
• Create deficiency proposals as outlined in standard operating procedures
• Communicate deficiency proposals directly with customer via phone, fax, and/or email
• Follow up and schedule sales appointments
• Pursue new customers by scheduling sales calls, following up leads, and utilizing market strategies
• Meet or exceed sales budget goals set by service operations manager
• Promote and attend BOMA and other social events while representing Allied Fire Protection
• Promote a positive ongoing relationship with customers and end users
• Estimate hard bid contracts and provide a proposal to the customer on the bid date
• Conduct job site surveys to ensure the accuracy of the estimate
• Prepare assigned reports needed for invoicing
• Attend service and sales meetings
• Maintain inspection and service sales log for all deficiencies and service bids and proposals
• Submit monthly expense report on due date for manager's approval
• Demonstrate effective communication skills when interacting with all internal and external customers
• Assist accounts receivable/collections for overdue service customers
• Perform all other duties assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED