Premier Commercial Account Executive

Reposted 17 Days Ago
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San Leandro, CA, USA
In-Office
81K-126K Annually
Expert/Leader
Other • Security
The Role
Manage and expand large commercial and regional accounts by selling integrated security, IT and fire solutions. Drive new business, renewals, bid management, cross‑team relationships, post‑installation follow-up, and represent the company at trade shows while meeting sales targets and quotas.
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Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team 

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.  Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away! 

What we offer

  • Competitive salary 
  • 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 With outstanding resources
  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment
  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
  • Check us out:  https://youtu.be/pdZMNrDJviY

What you will do  
 

 Working in an assigned area, the Premier Account Executive is responsible for developing and expanding business with large existing and new commercial accounts that span multiple territories. Incumbent is responsible for account management for large commercial accounts that span multiple territories as well as designated vertical accounts.  This rep will have a commanding knowledge of our product line, as well as that of our services.  Premier Account Executive is responsible for the sale of sophisticated, integrated solutions and products. Provides input such as relevant market information relating to sales, competition and marketing strategies, vision and goals. 

How you will do it 
  

  • Adhere to current Johnson Controls (JCI) policies, procedures, products, programs and services. 
  • Manage bid boards & bid process to find Public Bids for local, state & government projects - along with sourcing bids from various bids contractors. 
  • Create new market share by selling a broad range of JCI products and services to designated new and existing regional and vertical market commercial customers 
  • Sell integrated solutions to regional named accounts; sales consisting of integrated video surveillance, access control and other networked applications, as well as all fire sales. Fire jobs, where NICET certification and an understanding of local municipal codes are required will be estimated, confirmed, and sold by this individual. 
  • Add-on, amend, and convert existing customer systems to meet the customers' expectations. 
  • Renew existing customer agreements. 
  • Drive wider and deeper account penetration with new and existing accounts through frequent proactive contact with corporate accounts; building, expanding and maintaining strong relationships with multiple departments (facilities, loss prevention, IT, finance) and key decision makers at multiple levels within customer organizations. 
  • Contact and secure potential new Premier account business and maintain existing business through: 
  • Contact corporate accounts both in person and by phone. 
  • Represent the company at trade shows. 
  • Contact existing and potential customers on a regular basis  
  • Identify prospects utilizing creative lead-generating techniques and maintain productive working relationships with existing customers. 
  • Establish call plans and customer follow-up strategies and apply time and territory management techniques. 
  • Follow up with prospects on a frequent and timely basis. 
  • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the complete line of products/services and customers' issues and needs through in-house training, networking and reading/research. 
  • Obtain referrals and work with Centers of Influence. 
  • Process work order and complete all paperwork in accordance with approved and standardized procedures. 
  • Conduct post-installation follow-up by contacting customers, ensuring commitments are met and affirming customer satisfaction once the customer has been in service. 

What we look for  

Required 
 

  • College degree, or equivalent work experience (12 years in the same type of position)  
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience as a successful commercial sales representative in the security, IT or other technology sales industry, experience in K-12 market also a plus
  • Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed quota 
  • Excellent communication skills, oral and written  
  • Excellent presentation skills with the ability to present to C-level internally and externally 
  • Must be action oriented with a very strong inner drive, be business savvy, and have the ability to work in a matrix organization. 

Salary Range: HIRING SALARY RANGE: $80,900-$126,400+ (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role also offers a competitive Sales Incentive Plan that will take into account project, quarterly, and annual margin.  This position includes a competitive benefits package. 

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

Skills Required

  • College degree or equivalent work experience (12 years in same type of position)
  • Minimum of 10 years' experience as a commercial sales representative in security, IT or technology sales
  • Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed quota
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent presentation skills, including presenting to C-level executives
  • Action oriented, business savvy, and ability to work in a matrix organization
  • NICET certification and understanding of local municipal fire codes (where applicable for fire jobs)

Johnson Controls Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Johnson Controls and has not been reviewed or approved by Johnson Controls.

  • Retirement Support Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of the package through employer 401(k) matching, repeatedly framed as a strong pillar of the overall rewards mix. The matching contribution is described with specific match levels in multiple places, reinforcing perceived value for long-term saving.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off is presented as comparatively robust, with multiple paid holiday categories, vacation time, and sick time described as generous or “amazing” in places. Paid time off breadth appears to be a consistent contributor to total rewards attractiveness beyond base pay.
  • Flexible Benefits Benefits are described as broad and customizable, spanning standard medical/dental/vision plus optional add-ons like pet insurance, identity protection, and legal support. Tuition reimbursement is repeatedly highlighted as a high-value option supporting professional development.

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The Company
HQ: Chennai
100,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1885

What We Do

At Johnson Controls, we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. From optimizing building performance to improving safety and enhancing comfort, we drive the outcomes that matter most. Dedicated to protecting the environment, we deliver our promise in industries such as healthcare, education, data centers and manufacturing. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries and over 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission. Our leading portfolio of building technology and solutions includes some of the most trusted names in the industry, such as Tyco®, York®, Metasys®, Ruskin®, Titus®, Frick®, Penn®, Sabroe®, Simplex®, Ansul® and Grinnell®.

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