Sales Associate

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Associated Fire Protection is looking for a highly skilled, talented and motivated person with a minimum of 2 years sales or administrative experience. Responsibilities will involve both the marketing and sales of fire protection equipment and services.

BENEFITS:
Associated Fire Protection offers an excellent pay and benefits program including medical insurance, 401K, profit sharing, flexible spending plans, available dental and life insurance, paid vacations and holidays as well as superior working conditions and the opportunity for advancement based on merit.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Sales
  • Research and explore leads for the sales of Installation and Maintenance contracts of: Fire Alarm, Sprinkler, Kitchen Suppression, Industrial Dry Chemical, FM-200 Suppression and CO2 Suppression Systems
  • Prepare quotations and bid qualification packages
  • Perform quote follow-up calls
  • Handle customer inquiries
Marketing
  • Evaluate market potential of new and existing products
  • Work with sales and marketing team to:
    • Develop marketing strategies
    • Track results of various marketing strategies and campaigns
General
  • Determine solutions to customers’ fire protection challenges
  • Develop and maintain customer relationships
  • Participate on Accounts Receivable team

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 2 or more years sales experience in fire protection or related field
  • College degree or commensurate experience
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Interest in people and strong interpersonal skills

To apply for this position, please contact AFP's Human Resources Department:
Tel: (973) 684-7250 ext. 140
Fax: (973) 684-4949.