Fire/Life Safety Solutions Sales Executive

Siemens AG

Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Siemens AG in California seeks a Fire/Life Safety Solutions Sales Executive to drive bookings and profit by growing contractor, consultant, AHJ, developer, and end-user relationships within our commercial Smart Buildings Total Fire Alarm & Life Safety Solutions team.

You will develop market plans, maintain a robust funnel, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver value-based proposals and successful project handoffs.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
1+ years technical sales experience OR Bachelor’s degree with demonstrated interest or experience in customer-facing, sales, or business development activities
Must be able to demonstrate financial expertise estimating and selling technical solutions and service product lines effectively and independently and account development and strategic sales skills
Verbal and written communication skills in English
Experience using Microsoft Office suite
Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Responsibilities

Understand market, competitor offerings, customers and decision influencers across the region. Stay updated on automation, electrical, fire, mechanical, and IoT market trends.
Develop a vertical market and account management plan for strategic growth. Identify new business opportunities and create go-to-market strategies for end-user customers.
Maintain a qualified funnel of opportunities, achieve new order/booking and profit goals consistently.
Collaborate with operations and internal teams for excellent customer outcomes. Partner with other sales divisions for new projects and accounts.
Attend industry networking events and professional organizations to build a network of contacts and represent Siemens in the market.
Influence new construction specifications by developing relationships with consulting engineers and architects.
Work with multiple levels of the customer’s organization to understand and document their business goals and success metrics.
Perform customer site surveys to support the development of multi-offering estimates and proposals across a broad fire and life safety portfolio.
Develop value-based proposals, estimates, specifications, and presentations. Work with operations, finance, legal and other resources to obtain the sale.
Ensure a smooth sales-to-operations turnover and maintain relationships with customers for future business.
Demonstrate organizational, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Participate in sales department meetings, workshops, and seminars to stay knowledgeable on current market trends.
Travel overnight up to 10% for training and business development.

Skills

Account management

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Customer relationship management

Market knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fire/Life Safety Solutions Sales Executive

527343

27-Oct-2026

Smart Infrastructure

Profesional Junior

Position Location: This role supports our Rancho Cordova, CA branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Sacramento, CA area.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are i mproving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn ’ t just about improving buildings; it ’ s about creating perfect places that improve people ’ s lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

The Solutions Sales Executive, is committed to supporting our Solutions (New Construction) business within our commercial Smart Buildings Total Fire Alarm & Life Safety Solutions team. In this role, you will achieve booking and profit goals by developing and implementing plans to grow, develop, and manage contractor , consultant , authority having jurisdiction, developer, and end-user relationships; capitalize on sales opportunities within the territory; and effectively execute sophisticated deals independently within our established guidelines. Our Sales Executives are ambassadors of quality Siemens technology, products and services, and your expertise and regular interaction with the customers will help them optimize and facilitate a safe, emergency-ready workplace.

You will do:

Understand market, competitor offerings, customers and decision influencers across the region, segments, and verticals within the region. Stay updated on automation, electrical, fire, mechanical, and IoT market trends.
Develop a vertical market and account management plan for strategic growth. Identify new business opportunities and create “go‑to‑market” strategies for end‑user customers.
Maintain a qualified funnel of opportunities, achieve new order/booking and profit goals consistently.
Collaborate with operations and internal teams for excellent customer outcomes. Partner with other sales divisions for new projects and accounts.
Attend industry-specific networking events; actively participate in professional organizations such as NFPA, NFSA, ASHE, NBFAA, AFAA, IFMA, SAME, 7x24, etc. to build a network of contacts and to represent Siemens in the market .
Influence new construction specifications by developing relationships with consulting engineers and architects.
Work jointly with the multiple levels of the customer’s organization to understand and document their business goals and success metrics.
Perform customer site surveys to support the development of multi‑offering estimates and proposals across a broad fire and life safety portfolio.
Develop value-based proposals, estimates, specifications, and presentations. Work with operations, finance, legal and other inside and outside resources to obtain the sale.
Ensure a smooth sales-to-operations turnover and follow through on sold projects to ensure satisfactory completion. Maintain relationships with customers to ensure highest satisfaction levels and future business.
Have developed organizational, presentation, and negotiation skills
Actively participate in sales department meetings, workshops, and seminars to stay knowledgeable on current market, business, and product trends.
Travel overnight up to 10% for training and business development.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma or state‑recognised GED
1+ years technical sales experience OR Bachelor’s degree with demonstrated interest or experience in customer‑facing, sales, or business development activities
Must be able to demonstrate financial expertise estimating and selling technical solutions and service product lines effectively and independently and account development and strategic sales skills
Verbal and written communication skills in English
Experience using Microsoft Office suite
Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations ; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering
Experience selling to electrical and general contractors and performing fire alarm design services with electrical/fire protection engineers
NICET Level I Fire Alarm Certification - must complete certification testing within 2 years
Proficiency with Salesforce CRM
On‑the‑job experience with common fire and life safety systems and equipment and experience with building fire alarm codes and standards (IFC, IBC, NFPA, etc.)

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

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