Sales Representative

Dinges Fire Company · Le Mars, IA · 4 wk ago

On-siteBusiness DevelopmentContract

About the Role

Plan and carry out all sales activities on assigned accounts or areas. Ensure customer satisfaction and manage quality of product and service delivery. Develop relationships with all Fire and EMT decision-makers in designated territory. Dinges Fire team members build a 'Help First' relationship with departments to make their jobs easier, safer, and more comfortable.

Responsibilities

Prepare sales action plans and strategies
Schedule sales activity
Make sales calls to new and existing customers
Develop and deliver presentations of company products and services to current and potential clients
Negotiate with clients
Develop sales proposals
Respond to sales inquiries and concerns by phone, electronically, or in person
Ensure customer service satisfaction and maintain good client relationships
Follow up on sales activity
Monitor and report on sales activities for management
Participate in sales events and training

Requirements

Knowledge of fire service equipment and tools
Knowledge of basic computer applications
Knowledge of customer service principles
Knowledge of basic business principles

Skills

Planning and strategizing
Adaptability
Verbal and written communication
Negotiation
Resilience and tenacity
Goal-driven

Other Considerations

All salespersons are 1099 independent contractors. Pay is commission-based with unlimited potential, earning approximately 40% of the gross profit on each sale. The role offers flexibility to work full-time as a primary income source or part-time for a strong second income.

While being a firefighter is not mandatory, it is highly recommended as it provides a strong knowledge base for the products and services offered. Representatives own the sales in their territory, allowing the value of their business to grow with increased sales—a unique concept in the Fire and EMT industry with minimal investment required.

Pay

Commission-only, earning approximately 40% of the gross profit on each sale with unlimited earning potential.