Residential Security Sales Representative

CPI Security
Charleston, SC
Career-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for self-driven sales professionals who communicate effectively and build relationships in the residential security domain.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a go-getter attitude and a background in outside sales or customer relationship management
    — “we are willing to train the right individual who has the 'go-getter' spirit”
  • Individuals who value purpose-driven careers and are comfortable with performance-based income structures
    — “fantastic opportunity to earn an uncapped, performance-based income while providing valuable service to our customers”
  • People who enjoy direct customer interaction and can manage a weekly appointment schedule
    — “Maintain a weekly schedule of appointments and create engaging product displays to stimulate interest”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a high level of independence and goal-driven performance
    — “work independently while exceeding goals”
  • Candidates must be prepared to commit to a minimum of 90 days to qualify for a free monitored security system
    — “Free Monitored Security System after 90 days”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your ability to build customer relationships and solve problems in your resume and interviews
    — “you enjoy building relationships with customers and solving problems”
  • Emphasize experience with CRM systems or tech tools in your application materials
    — “Familiarity with CRM systems (like Salesforce) is a plus”
  • Showcase your proactive approach to lead generation and prospecting in your sales background
    — “Utilize company-provided leads and proactive prospecting tools”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • design and sell security solutions
  • generate sales pipeline
  • exceed monthly targets
Typical background
1-2 years of outside sales experience

Skills & requirements

Required

SalesConsultationLead GenerationCRM UsageCommunication

Preferred

CRM Systems FamiliarityLeadership

Stack & domain

Security And Home Automation SolutionsCRM SystemsSalesCommunicationProblem SolvingHighly DrivenMotivatedStrong Work EthicHigh IntegrityExcellent CommunicatorSecurityAutomation Solutions

About the role

Original posting from CPI Security via Greenhouse

CPI Security, a leader in the security and automation solutions industry, is looking for positive minded and motivated Residential Security Advisor to join our growing team in Charleston, SC! Our Residential Sales Representative will design, present and sell our award-winning security and home automation solutions and will schedule in-home sales consultations through lead generating and prospecting activities using company provided tools. As an Advisor, you will lead our mission to make every day safer for our community by working directly with customers to identify and meet their security and automation needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn an uncapped, performance-based income while providing valuable service to our customers. This is more than “just a sales job” – it’s your chance for a fulfilling and purpose-driven career that provides opportunities for growth, stability, and competitive pay and benefits. We are looking for go-getters who can work independently while exceeding goals. If you’re an experienced sales professional and excellent communicator, you enjoy building relationships with customers and solving problems, this opportunity is for you. 

Protect your community while building your career. At CPI Security, we don't just sell alarms; we provide peace of mind. As a Residential Sales Representative in our Charleston market, you’ll join an industry leader with a culture built on growth, stability, and helping others.

Target Earnings: $60,000 - $90,000+ (Base salary guarantee + uncapped commissions)

The Perks: Company fuel card, iPhone, iPad, and a Free Monitored Security System after 90 days.

Future Growth: Comprehensive leadership development and ongoing training to move you up the ladder.

Benefits: Full Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, and generous PTO/Paid Holidays.

What You’ll Do

Consult & Design: Work directly with homeowners to design and sell award-winning security and smart home automation solutions.

Lead Generation: Utilize company-provided leads and proactive prospecting tools to build a robust sales pipeline.

Strategic Networking: Maintain a weekly schedule of appointments and create engaging product displays to stimulate interest.

Expert Communication: Effectively communicate CPI’s value and product vision to ensure complete customer satisfaction.

Team Collaboration: Partner with your Sales Manager and team to exceed monthly targets and drive market growth.

What We Are Looking For

The Right Mindset: You are highly driven, motivated, and possess a strong work ethic with high integrity.

Experience: 1–2 years of outside sales experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right individual who has the "go-getter" spirit.

Tech Savvy: Familiarity with CRM systems (like Salesforce) is a plus; you’ll use your provided iPad to manage your business.

Communication: Strong ability to influence and build instant rapport with customers.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Source: CPI Security careers (Greenhouse)

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