System Sales Executive
New York CityOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Sells fire detection and life safety systems to construction clients in NYC, managing bids from proposal to close while collaborating with estimating, engineering, and operations teams.
About this role
Company: NY Fire Detection, Inc.
Territory: NYC
Residence: Westchester, NYC, Nassau & Suffolk County
Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: $75-85k base (OTE $160-200k+), uncapped commission
Preferred Industry: Construction (All Trades, exception Distribution)
Core Competencies
Category
Expected Behavior
Accountability
Owns proposal accuracy and customer satisfaction; no excuses or deflection.
Technical Understanding
Reads drawings and specifications fluently; understands system requirements, code implications, and integration details.
Consultative Selling
Positions NY Fire as a partner solving problems—not just quoting jobs.
Attention to Detail
Reviews all documents carefully before award; no missing inclusions or exclusions.
Communication
Professional, direct, and clear with internal teams and external partners.
Organization & Efficiency
Manages multiple bids, deadlines, and relationships without losing control of priorities.
Persistence & Follow-Through
Proactively follows up on every opportunity until a decision is made.
Professionalism
Represents NY Fire’s reputation through appearance, responsiveness, and reliability.
Collaboration
Works cohesively with Estimating, Engineering, and Operations—no silos, no surprises.
Continuous Learning
Stays current on codes, manufacturers, and design practices to enhance proposal quality and customer trust.
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Skills
Bid ManagementCode ComplianceCommission ManagementConstruction SalesConsultative SellingDrawing InterpretationFire Detection SystemsLife Safety SystemsProposal ManagementSpecification Review
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