Sales Associate

Sales AssociateRochester MNThis individual will play a vital role in expanding our inspections client base driving revenue growth and strengthening relationships within our new and existing book of business. The territory for this role will focus on the Rochester Minnesota surrounding area.Who are weViking Fire Protection Group VFPG is more than a company we are a family of likeminded individuals that are committed to our purpose values and to each other. We believe in creating our own luck and shaping our future. VFPG accomplishes this through our culture by constantly innovating working together finding ways to create value for our customers and seizing every opportunity that comes our way while still maintaining a good work life balance. VFPG has been protecting lives and property for over 100 years in the fire protection industry. We employ outstanding people continually enhance our knowledge study trends and utilize innovative technology to maintain our position as a leader in fire protection. We are driven by our core values People Integrity Professionalism and Excellence P.I.P.E..Job DescriptionCustomer-FocusedResults-DrivenAn Effective CommunicatorTrustworthy and HonestOrganizationally SavvyResponsibilitiesEstablish contact with potential qualified buyers of inspection services by diligently scheduling sales calls following up on leads quickly after theyreidentified and helping to execute outlined marketing strategies.Determine customer needs by conducting site surveys and reviewing your findings with the appropriate customer personnel.Prepare and present effective proposals that offer solutions to customer life safety needs focusing on NFPA based inspections.Contribute to the pricing approach of inspection accounts.Maintain and report on sales business plan and attend monthly sales call.Holds responsibility for understanding of assigned market and reporting business dynamics market share competition top customers top prospects etc. of assigned geographic area.Develop and maintain an active proposal pipeline to support the established sales business plan.Develop caring and enduring customer relationships that meet and exceed the expectations of our customers.Support other VFPG and APi Group teams in their initiatives as they relate to your territory.Learn and follow the VFPG Operating code 100 of the time.Job Qualifications2 Year of Sales Account Manager experience preferred.Sales experience related to the fire and life safety industry andor building services and maintenance is a plus.Strong written and oral communication skills are a mustWilling to present information and respond to questions from managers customers AHJs Authorities Having Jurisdiction and the general public.Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Excel Word Outlook Dynamics CRMPossess a valid drivers license in accordance with Company policyWhat we OfferFlexible schedule Individual Development Plans IDP every 6090120 daysLong history of internal promotion and development Profit Sharing and Employee Stock Purchase ProgramPaid Time Off PTOPaid HolidaysHealth Dental and Vision InsuranceFlexible spending plans401k PlanEmployee Stock Participation PlanPay Range60000 - 80000 Sales Bonuses depending on experience and work historyEEO statementAffirmative ActionViking Fire Protection Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion disability protected veteran status age sex race color national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.Viking Fire Protection Group complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and qualified employees with disabilities. If you wish to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process please contact Dan Broich.Equal Opportunity Employer including disabled and veterans.