Account Executive-(Fire) Charlotte, NC

Convergint; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 13 days

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Disability

Wellness Program

401K Matching

Vehicle Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

CSR Day

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Job summary

Convergint is seeking a Fire Account Executive to join our growing sales team in Matthews, NC. You will develop new relationships, understand customer needs, and drive opportunities in fire alarm and life safety systems, delivering compelling proposals and closing deals.

As part of a collaborative, colleague-first culture, you will build strong client relationships, identify opportunities, and work with SMEs to craft winning business cases. Prior experience in fire solutions sales is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven history of success selling Fire Alarm & Life Safety solutions.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and solution orientation.
• Ability to build customer confidence and cultivate relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop pipeline by identifying new opportunities and engaging decision makers.
• Lead proposals with a clear business case and value proposition.
• Present proposals to decision makers and manage objections to close deals.
• Develop pipeline focused on assigned markets and collaborate with SMEs to craft winning solutions.

Skills

Sales

Account management

Prospecting

Relationship building

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

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 Fire 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 a Fire 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 do with “Our Training and Your Experience”Convergint'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 fire alarm and life safety systems/services to new customers, identifying and developing opportunities to drive growth and establish strong client relationships.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 NeedProven history of success selling Fire Alarm & Life Safety solutions.Strong 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 applicable0Paid parental leaveRequirements:Education: College degree, trade school or equivalent experienceMinimum Experience: 1-3 years of fire solutions salesPlease 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.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 DisabilitiesThis 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.