What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Sales Representative position at Grunau Fire?
As a Service Sales Representative, you will play a crucial role in initiating and managing relationships with customers. A successful candidate will be highly motivated to increase revenue and profits by developing and maintaining new and existing customer relationships while also cultivating mechanical service opportunities. This role will build a book of business in the Pittsburgh, PA area.
Responsibilities:
- Assume a leadership role in the identification and building of significant long-term (owner-direct) relationships: this includes actively seeking new relationships and service opportunities
- Produce detailed estimates, calculations, and create proposals
- Responsible for managing own projects, including scheduling labor
- Cross-sell variety of mechanical and fire protection services offered by the Company
- Work with the Contract department to secure service contracts
- Maintain high level of service and quality upon which our business has been built
Specific Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree OR completion of trade affiliated apprenticeship
- 2-3 years of Project Management/leadership, design, and sales preferred
Qualifications/Skills:
- Knowledge of the various fire protection systems.
- Must be able to apply innovative and effective sales and project management techniques to maximize performance
- Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities
- Make decisions and recommendations which can greatly affect profitability of assigned area
- Make significant independent judgments
- Ability to prioritize based on what is best for the company
- Assertive personality with a progressive and positive attitude
- Willing to call on new customers
- Competent in various computer programs (i.e. Excel, Power Point)
- Detail oriented
- Self-motivated and motivator of others
- Good interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
- Ability to “think outside the box” and encourage creative thinking in others
- Ability to work as part of a team to achieve the Company’s overall goals
Company Overview:
Grunau Fire Protection stands at the forefront of the Fire Life Safety & Security industry, boasting over 100 years of unparalleled experience. As a member of the esteemed Davis-Ulmer Fire Protection family, we thrive within a dynamic network of interconnected businesses. Our culture champions the idea that Everyone is a Leader, fostering an exciting environment where each business unit functions as a distinctive branch. We firmly believe in investing in our employees and empowering them as leaders. We take pride in our unwavering commitment to deliver expert support to our customers. Anchored in principles of quality, teamwork, customer-centric solutions, and technical expertise, we are committed to exceeding expectations in all aspects of our operations. As our market presence continues to surge, we eagerly seek a driven and results-oriented Outside Sales Representative to join our team, helping to fuel our trajectory of success with passion and dedication.
Why Choose Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies:
- Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive pay rates for experienced professionals, ensuring your skills are recognized and rewarded appropriately.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy an industry-leading benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and additional perks, ensuring your health and well-being are taken care of.
- Strength of the Family: The Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, with over 30 locations across the East Coast and Midwest, epitomizes the strength of a team-first mindset. Embracing a culture of collaboration, we unite to share knowledge, resources, and best practices across our network of branches. This collective approach strengthens us as a cohesive group, amplifying our impact far beyond what any individual business unit could achieve alone.
- Backed by APi Group: As a subsidiary of APi Group, a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar corporation headquartered in Minnesota, we provide the financial stability and support needed for success. Benefit from world-class training and leadership development opportunities, backed by a powerhouse in the Fire Life Safety & Security industry.
- Long-Term Career Relationships: Many of our employees have been with us for 20 years! We believe in investing in the right people, fostering enduring professional relationships that benefit both individuals and the company alike. Join us and become part of a community where your dedication is recognized and valued for the long term.
- Values Match: We prioritize hiring individuals whose values align with ours. Our commitment to value-driven recruitment is a cornerstone of our People/Talent Development Operating Code.
Davis-Ulmer offers a competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K match program, employer funded profit-sharing plan and a variety of voluntary benefits.
Davis-Ulmer and its subsidiaries are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, and do not discriminate based on any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
DAVIS-ULMER'S ENDURING PURPOSE: "To protect what people value most."
