Life Safety New Construction Sales Executive at Johnson Controls, Inc in South Bend, Indiana

Job Description:

Johnson Controls is powered by your talent. We are the power behind the customer mission. Together we are building a world that’s safe, comfortable and sustainable. Our diverse global team creates innovative, integrated solutions to make cities more connected, buildings more intelligent and environments more comfortable and secure. We are all about improving outcomes for our partners. Tomorrow needs your talent. Tomorrow needs you. So let’s talk today.

What you will do

The primary function of this position is to promote and sell the Johnson Controls value proposition into the new Construction market via electrical/general contractors and consulting engineers, as well as providing Fire and Life Safety solutions to their projects and execution needs.

 How you will do it

Manage the entire sales process from uncovering opportunities, developing solutions/value proposition, preparing design, creating contracts, negotiating terms, closing opportunities and providing on-going customer service through service delivery.

Must be able to establish contact with prospects and qualify potential buyers by scheduling face to face sales calls, following up on leads and utilizing Johnson Controls marketing strategies; to determine customer needs and develop a sales strategy to gain customer understanding of company product offerings.

Develop a sales plan for assigned territory to include segmenting territory based on customer type; to qualify and prioritize opportunities and to maintain appropriate territory records; expectations to update and maintain an accurate sales pipeline with sufficient opportunities to achieve monthly/quarterly/annual quota targets; Sales pipeline will be used to generate the individual seller’s forecasted opportunities each month.

Must be able to allocate time effectively with the goal of meeting or exceeding quote requirements; conduct seminars, demonstrations, etc. in order to generate, develop and qualify leads for prospective customers; to develop financial justifications, prepare proposals, make presentations and perform necessary follow-up for successful closing of the sale.

Must maintain established accounts through regular customer contact in pursuit of follow on sales; participate in trade shows, special product demonstrations and other events with the objective of increasing sales and enhancing the company’s image.

What we look for

Required

• Minimum of 3 years successful sales experience in Electronic or similar industry.


• Experience working with electrical contractors, ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams is desirable.


• Exposure to computer/ applications software a plus. Must possess good oral and written communication skills and sales techniques, solid presentation skills and closing techniques.


• Must have the ability to persuade and close sales. Must be a self-motivator with good organizational skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Fire Alarm Systems or Security Systems


• Computer Literate - Windows Applications


• Valid Driver's License


• Sales Experience


• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Who we are

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.