Sales And Marketing Specialist

Viking Fire Protection Group; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Fire Protection Group, operating as VFP Fire Systems, seeks a Sales and Marketing Specialist on-site in Minnesota to grow fire protection solutions across assigned territories and customer segments.

You will prospect new clients, nurture existing accounts, prepare proposals, and support bid processes with engineering and project teams. CRM records, market analysis, and targeted campaigns will also be part of your daily focus.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service to build trust and understand client needs.
• Sales ability including prospecting, negotiation, and closing to meet targets.
• Experience in B2B sales, construction or fire protection industries preferred.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site as required.

Responsibilities

• Prospect new clients and nurture existing accounts.
• Prepare proposals and support bid processes with engineering and project teams.
• Conduct product and service presentations and participate in industry events.
• Provide CRM input and maintain accurate records; analyze market trends and support targeted campaigns.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Sales skills

Training and Sales Management

Education

Business/Marketing/Communications degree

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Company Description

Viking Fire Protection Group, operating as VFP Fire Systems, has specialized in fire protection since 1927 and provides fire protection systems and services to customers across the United States. With multiple locations, the company has the resources and expertise to manage projects of varying size while maintaining a hands-on, customer-focused approach. VFP oversees all phases of fire protection, including pre-planning, engineering and design, coordination, project management, installation, inspection, repair, and maintenance. The team recognizes that each customer has unique regulatory, insurance, environmental, and operational requirements and balances these within defined budgets. In-house CAD-based engineering technicians, project managers, and skilled field technicians collaborate to deliver optimal, compliant fire protection solutions on time and within budget.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Sales and Marketing Specialist role based in Minnesota, United States. The Sales and Marketing Specialist will develop and execute sales and marketing strategies to grow fire protection solutions across assigned territories and customer segments. Responsibilities include prospecting new clients, nurturing existing accounts, preparing proposals, and supporting bid processes in coordination with engineering and project teams. The role involves conducting product and service presentations, participating in industry events, and providing training and guidance to customers on available systems and services. Day-to-day tasks also include maintaining accurate CRM records, analyzing market trends, collaborating with operations to ensure customer satisfaction, and supporting targeted campaigns that align with business goals and brand standards.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Communication and Customer Service skills to build trust, understand client needs, and provide responsive support.
• Candidates should possess Sales skills, including prospecting, negotiation, and closing, with the ability to meet or exceed revenue and growth targets.
• Candidates should possess Training and Sales Management skills to guide stakeholders on solutions, support internal teams, and help coordinate sales activities.
• Preferred qualifications include experience in B2B sales, construction or fire protection industries, and familiarity with CRM tools and basic marketing practices.
• Relevant education such as an associate or bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is beneficial.
• Ability to work on-site, travel to customer locations as needed, collaborate across engineering and operations teams, and maintain high ethical and safety standards.