Account Executive (Fire Alarms)

Convergint; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Company Holidays

Paid time off starting at 13 days

401K Matching Plan

Vehicle reimbursement

Job summary

Convergint is seeking a full-time Account Executive to cultivate new relationships, understand customer needs, and secure sales opportunities. You will join a dynamic sales team focused on growth and delivering results while upholding Convergint's values and culture.

You will build pipelines, lead proposal construction, present to decision-makers, and work across multiple industries including utilities, financial services, healthcare, and data centers.

Qualifications

• Must have 1-3 years of experience selling fire alarm systems to enterprise-level customers.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a customer-focused mindset are essential.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills with the ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop pipeline for assigned accounts and secure opportunities.
• Lead proposals with the sales pursuit team, including business case and qualifications.
• Present proposals to decision makers and handle objections on timing and price.
• Identify markets and develop pipeline in targeted sectors (global accounts, healthcare, etc.).
• Collaborate with designers, estimators, and PMs to win proposals.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Problem solving

Customer relations

Communication

Sales prospecting

MS Office

Education

College degree or trade school

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Build a career where values meet worldwide opportunity.Job Description: Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Account Executive to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will cultivate new relationships, gaining an understanding of our customers’ needs while securing sales opportunities. As an Account Executive, you are a part of a dynamic sales team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.For information about how we use your personal information, please see our Colleague & Applicant Privacy Notice, available on convergint.com/careers.Who You AreYou have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues, and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You value a positive culture and embrace equal opportunity. You strive to be the best version of yourself at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional account executive.Who We AreWith 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.What you’ll doConvergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.Account Development: Responsible for selling to dedicated accounts, the continuum of physical security integration services, cyber, maintenance programs, managed services and transformational services as needed to increase customer lifetime value, profitability and inoculate competitive threats.Develop Pipeline: Work with real decision makers to assess need, gain agreement on a business case, why we are uniquely qualified, and a decision time frame. Expected results: Pipeline is 3:1 over target.Proposal Construction: Leading the sales pursuit team to construct winning proposals. Expected Results: Proposals include the quote, business case and why we are uniquely qualified.Presenting & Closing: Present proposals to the decision makers while managing objections related to timing, price, and competition. Expected Results: Final negotiations lead to go or no go decisions timely.Market Focus: Identify and develop pipeline specific to assigned market(s). Markets include global accounts, utilities, financial/banking, healthcare, data centers, federal, state, and local governments, K-12 & higher education. Expected results: Pipeline reflects opportunities in assigned market(s).Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts: Collaborate with designers/estimators, sales engineers, subject matter experts, program/project managers, and partners as needed to create and deliver winning proposals. Expected results: Business case and technical solution result in winning proposals.Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.What You’ll NeedStrong affinity for problem solving.Desire to learn, understand, and apply solutions to customer challenges.Ability to build customer confidence and cultivate business relationships.Proactively source sales & service opportunities.Ability to adapt to business changes with the ability to influence others.Basic skills in Microsoft Office.Strong presentation and communication skills.Company BenefitsConvergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which all individuals are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits:10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off starting at 13 days annuallyFun & Laughter Day OffMedical, Dental & Vision PlanLife insurance & Disability PlanWellness Program401K Matching PlanColleague Assistance ProgramTuition reimbursementCompetitive salary and compensation planVehicle reimbursement plan or company vehicleCorporate Social Responsibility DayCell phone reimbursement (if applicable)Paid parental leaveRequirements:Education: College degree, trade school or equivalent experienceRequired Experience:1-3 years of experience selling fire alarm systems to enterprise-level customersConvergint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.The anticipated compensation of this position is $70,000 - $85,000 annual base salary plus an annual incentive plan.Please note that this job posting includes salary information for the assigned target market range within the primary geographic region the requisition is posted. If the position is posted in multiple locations or is a remote position, the salary range may vary. Individual pay rates will, of course, vary depending on the job, department, and location, as well as the individual skills, experience, certifications, specific licenses, and education of the applicant.Convergint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.