Alarm And Detection Systems Contract Sales Rep

Job Opportunity At Coso Fire Protection

Coso Fire Protection is a multifaceted, full service fire sprinkler and life safety systems company specializing in the installation, service and inspection of a wide variety of automatic fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm (life safety systems), kitchen suppression, extinguishers and special hazard systems throughout the West Coast. Coso Fire Protection is currently expanding our service operations throughout all of our district locations and offers tremendous opportunities to those service minded individuals in the fire protection/life safety marketplace. The sales rep must be experienced in the following within the fire alarm industry:

• Conduct sales activities for the Alarm & Detection Department
• Formulate and develop sales goals, plans and procedures for the contract department
• Implement sales strategies as set forth by the Department Manager
• Execute assigned sales activities
• Observe competitive activities in the areas of pricing and customer service to keep Coso Fire Protection, Inc. competitive and profitable
• Seek out new customers to expand Coso's customer base
• Develop and maintain customer relationships
• Provide customer service that meets or exceeds company standards to maximize customer satisfaction

Minimum qualifications:

• Three or more years of successful sales experience preferably with Life Safety products and systems
• Exceptional presentation skills with demonstrated sales techniques
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability to manage a territory with minimum supervision
• Demonstrated leadership and proven negotiation skills and sales achievements
• Self-motivated with dedicated client services focus and strong desire to succeed
• Ability to work well independently as well as be a team player
• Understanding of codes as they apply to Life Safety Systems
• Experience with Honeywell Notifier product line a plus
• Valid driver license
• Must successfully complete an employment background investigation and drug screening

Applicants must have five to seven years experience working in similar environments, preferably from the fire alarm and detection industry. They must be self motivated and require limited supervision with a strong customer service mentality.

The compensation for this sales position is a generous base plus incentive program and will be eligible for a company vehicle or monthly car allowance. Coso provides excellent wages and company benefits to qualified applicants.