Johnson Controls · 3 weeks ago
Area Sales Director, Fire Suppression Standard Products (Western Region)
Johnson Controls is a global leader in fire and life safety, providing a comprehensive array of fire detection and suppression solutions. The Area Sales Director will lead a team across the Western US, develop strategic plans, and build relationships with distributors and contractors to achieve sales targets.
Industrial EngineeringPhysical SecuritySmart Building
Responsibilities
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Territory Managers, providing coaching, guidance, and support to achieve individual and team revenue and margin goals
Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to enhance team effectiveness
Develop and execute strategic account plans to drive demand among contractors and increase market penetration of our fire sprinkler products
Analyze market trends and customer needs to identify new opportunities for growth
Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors and key stakeholders in the region
Conduct regular visits to contractors and distributors to promote our products, gather feedback, and address any concerns
Prepare accurate sales forecasts and reports, providing insights on sales performance against targets
Monitor and analyze sales metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product management, marketing, customer service) to align strategies and drive growth
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in sales management, preferably in the construction, fire suppression, fire protection, plumbing/HVAC or related industry
Proven track record of driving sales growth and managing a sales team effectively
Strong knowledge of Fire Portables, Vehicle, Restaurant products and the wholesale distribution channel is highly desirable
Strong business acumen & ability to adapt to customer needs
Strong negotiating skills
Must display strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Team player who encourages collaboration across the region who possesses excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions based on market trends
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Salesforce or similar CRM experience
Must reside within the Western US
Willingness to travel within region as needed
Benefits
Company vehicle
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year!
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one!
Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
Company
Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls offers smart buildings that create safe, healthy, and sustainable environments.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.6BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2024-12-04Post Ipo Debt· $525.61M
2024-05-20Post Ipo Equity· $90M
Leadership Team
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