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Sales Executive - Commercial Building Services

City Wide Facility Solutions · Kent, WA

Base
Not disclosed
OTE
$115K–$150K
Quota attainment
Not disclosed
Posted
1mo ago

Why it matters: OTE tells you what you could earn. Attainment tells you how realistic it is.

Ask: “What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?”

Still open · checked 2h agoon City Wide Facility Solutions's careers page

The job

What you'd do
Sell janitorial and specialty commercial building services to property managers, facility managers, and business owners through cold calling, foot canvassing, and onsite assessments in an assigned territory.
Who you'd sell to
Still reading the posting. Check back within the hour.
Where deals come from
Mostly you. Expect a lot of outbound: cold calls, emails and LinkedIn.

The Braun Read

Worth a look

Solid on the basics. Use the first call to fill in the gaps.

Pay
OTE is listed. Ask what the base is.
Transparency
Shares 1 of 5: quota, attainment, deal size, territory, sales cycle.
Time on market
Open 30 days. Normal, but not fresh.
Company hiring
113 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace. Ask how many reps they hired last year and how many are still there.

Red lights

None spotted.

Yellow lights

  • Same role posted many times. The company has 8 or more open postings with this exact title. Could be a big build-out, could be a revolving door. Ask how many reps they hired last year and how many are still there.

Green lights

  • Publishes OTE. It tells you the on-target earnings up front. Most postings don't.

Based only on what the posting says. Lights are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

  1. 1.

    How many reps are you hiring for this, and how many from last year's class are still here?

    Hiring a lot can mean growth, or people leaving.

  2. 2.

    What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?

    OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.

  3. 3.

    What percentage of reps on the team have been here more than 18 months?

    Tenure shows whether people stay long enough to get paid.

  4. 4.

    Has the comp plan changed in the last 12 to 18 months? What changed?

    A plan that changes every year means the goalposts keep moving.

  5. 5.

    Who sits with reps and reviews calls each week?

    Coaching is often what's behind a good or bad attainment number.

  6. 6.

    Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?

    New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

› When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

  1. 1.

    Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?

    What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.

  2. 2.

    Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?

    The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.

  3. 3.

    I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?

    Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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Full posting
About City Wide Facility Solutions City Wide Facility Solutions of Washington helps commercial businesses maintain clean, safe, and well-maintained facilities through comprehensive janitorial and building maintenance solutions. Our Commercial Building Services team provides businesses with access to a wide range of specialty services, helping clients simplify facility management by working with one trusted partner. We are looking for a driven, relationship-focused Sales Executive – Commercial Building Services to join our growing team. This is a true new-business B2B sales role focused on identifying opportunities for commercial building services, developing relationships with decision-makers, conducting onsite assessments, presenting solutions, and securing new business. Position Overview The Sales Executive – Commercial Building Services is responsible for generating new business within an assigned territory by identifying opportunities for City Wide's commercial building and specialty services. This role will work with a variety of commercial clients, including property managers, facility managers, construction companies, business owners, and other decision-makers. In addition to generating sales, this position will help identify, recruit, and support the onboarding of qualified independent contractors needed to service new opportunities. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, organized, comfortable prospecting, and energized by building relationships and creating new business opportunities. What You'll Do Sales & Business Development - Generate new commercial building service opportunities within your assigned territory. - Identify prospective clients through proactive B2B prospecting, including cold calling, email outreach, networking, and in-person/foot canvassing. - Build relationships with property managers, construction companies, facility managers, business owners, and key industry contacts. - Identify client needs and determine which City Wide services can provide the right solution. - Conduct onsite building surveys and assessments. - Develop and present customized proposals based on each prospect's needs. - Build rapport with prospects, overcome objections, negotiate, and close new business. - Respond professionally and promptly to incoming requests for information. - Maintain knowledge of the commercial building maintenance industry, competitive landscape, services, and pricing. Commercial Building Services - Develop opportunities for a variety of commercial building and specialty services. - Work with clients to understand facility needs and recommend appropriate solutions. - Create sales strategies and presentations tailored to each prospect and their facility. - Collaborate with Operations to ensure proposed services can be successfully delivered. - Identify additional service opportunities within existing and prospective client relationships. Contractor Development & Operations - Identify potential independent contractors who can support new Commercial Building Services opportunities. - Assist with recruiting and onboarding qualified independent contractors when needed. - Communicate regularly with Sales and Operations to coordinate new opportunities and service needs. - Help ensure the right resources are available to successfully launch new business. - Maintain effective working relationships with clients, prospects, coworkers, leadership, and independent contractors. CRM & Sales Management - Maintain accurate and up-to-date prospect and opportunity information in the CRM. - Document prospect interactions, sales activities, proposals, and follow-up. - Manage multiple opportunities while staying organized and meeting deadlines. - Communicate regularly with Sales and Operations leadership regarding opportunities, challenges, and strategy. - Use sound judgment and discretion when developing sales strategies and handling confidential information. Requirements - Bachelor's degree or equivalent outside sales experience. - B2B outside sales experience preferred. - Experience prospecting for new business through cold calling, networking, or in-person outreach. - Strong ability to build relationships with prospects and influence decision-makers. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Professional demeanor with strong judgment and discretion. - Strong organizational skills and excellent follow-through. - Ability to calculate rates, ratios, percentages, margins, and pricing components accurately. - Ability to prepare professional reports, correspondence, proposals, and presentations. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, email, and other business technology. - Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with Sales and Operations. - Comfortable working with a variety of personalities in a fast-paced, changing environment. - Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude when working with clients, prospects, contractors, and coworkers. - Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout an assigned territory. This is an active outside sales position that requires regular travel throughout your assigned territory. You may work in a variety of commercial environments, including: - Office buildings - Industrial facilities - Manufacturing facilities - Medical facilities - Retail locations - Construction sites - Other commercial properties Because every facility is different, the role requires the ability to work in environments where temperature, air quality, noise levels, and working conditions may vary. OTE Compensation: $115,000 - $150,000 Benefits - Uncapped Commissions & Bonuses: Opportunities to earn additional compensation based on performance. - Protected Territory: Build and grow relationships within your assigned territory. - Expense & Entertainment Account: Resources to support prospecting, networking, and client relationships. - Leadership Mentorship: Learn and grow with guidance from company leadership. - Paid Time Off + 8 Paid Holidays: Time away to recharge and enjoy the things that matter. - Medical, Dental & Vision: Benefits begin after 60 days of employment. - 401(k) + 4% Company Match: Retirement benefits begin after 60 days of employment. - Mileage Reimbursement: Up to $500 per month. - Company-Provided Technology: Laptop, iPhone, and tablet to support your work. Why Join City Wide? This isn't a sales role where you're limited to selling one service. You'll have the opportunity to work with commercial businesses to identify a variety of facility needs and connect them with solutions through City Wide. You'll have the support of Sales and Operations leadership while building your own territory, developing valuable business relationships, and creating new opportunities. If you're a motivated sales professional who enjoys prospecting, building relationships, solving problems, and creating new business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join City Wide Facility Solutions of Washington as our next Sales Executive – Commercial Building Services!
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