Fire Sprinkler Sales Rep

Century Fire Protection; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(K) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Relief Fund

Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Overland Park, Kansas is seeking a Sales Representative specialized in fire sprinkler systems to develop new business and maintain existing customer relationships. You will be responsible for prospecting, preparing proposals, and collaborating with project teams to ensure customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of experience in the fire protection industry along with strong sales and negotiation skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(K) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in fire sprinkler sales or related construction industry sales.
• Strong understanding of NFPA standards and local codes.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs and travel within assigned territory.

Responsibilities

• Identify and maintain customer relationships, including general contractors and property managers.
• Prospect new sales opportunities for installations, service, and inspections.
• Prepare and present proposals and bids in coordination with teams.

Skills

Customer relationship management

Sales techniques

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of fire sprinkler systems

Proficiency in CRM software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or business education

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

Summary

Responsible for generating new business and growing existing customer relationships by selling fire sprinkler systems, service, inspections, and retrofit solutions; works closely with estimating, operations, and project management teams to develop proposals, secure contracts, and deliver solutions that meet customer needs and applicable fire and life safety codes.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with new and existing customers, including general contractors, property managers, building owners, and end users.
• Prospect and qualify new sales opportunities for fire sprinkler installation, retrofit, service, and inspection work.
• Review construction documents, specifications, and site conditions to support accurate estimating and proposal development.
• Prepare and present proposals, bids, and contracts in coordination with estimating and operations teams.
• Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and scope of work to secure profitable projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and field teams to ensure successful project execution and customer satisfaction.
• Track sales activity, pipeline, and forecasts using CRM tools and internal reporting systems.
• Stay current on applicable NFPA standards, local codes, and industry trends.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical or business education preferred, and 2–5 years of experience in fire sprinkler sales, fire protection contracting, or related construction industry sales; strong understanding of fire sprinkler systems, applicable codes, and construction processes preferred.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office applications and CRM software.

Physical Demands

Prolonged work at computer with frequent driving within assigned territory and ability to attend site visits and job walks; sit, stand, walk, close vision, ability to lift 25 lbs.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time OffPaid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident