External
On-site
SaaS
themuse
About this role
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 an 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 base salary and commission program.Three weeks paid vacation in a calendar year, thirteen holidays, one week of sick time, and three PTO days in a calendar 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 vehicle (Non-decal).Company smartphone.Providing Scheduling and management support.JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).
What will you do
Under general direction from the HVAC Sales Manager, you are expected to:
Sell Johnson Controls equipment, controls, and HVAC service solutions to building/business owners.Promote Johnson Controls value proposition to owners and end users by providing business and technical solutions that will achieve their capital budget, operation budget, and overall corporate vision needs.Execute the sales process to aid in cultivating and managing existing account relationships as well as seeking out, qualifying, and closing new sales opportunities.&n
Commission Structure
Base Salary
Not disclosed — ask in interview
Commission
Yes
Ramp Period
Not mentioned — clarify timeline
Selling Motion
Buyer Persona
C-Suite
Selling to executive decision-makers
Requirements at a Glance
Typical Day — Account Executive
Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.
Role Signals
Green Flags
Inherit existing accounts
SaaS — Interview Intel
Typical Sales Cycle
30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)
Common Buyer Objections
- "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
- "We built something in-house already"
- "We don't have budget until next quarter"
- "Our team won't adopt another tool"
Key Industry Metrics
Hot Topics to Reference
- • AI-native product disruption
- • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
- • Vertical SaaS consolidation
- • Usage-based pricing models
Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.
Tags
Walk me through your discovery process.
Template questionHow do you handle a prospect who goes silent mid-deal?
Template questionTell me about your largest closed deal and the sales cycle.
Template questionHow do you build business cases for stakeholders?
Template questionDescribe a deal you lost and what you learned.
Template questionAccount Executives are the revenue engine of any sales organization — this role will require strong pipeline management and closing skills.
Top SaaS reps often earn significant upside through accelerators once quota is exceeded.
Are you a closer?
Interested in SaaS? Build your profile to get matched with roles like this.
Explore More Sales Jobs
Similar Roles
Business Development Representative - Australia
Granicus
Business Development Manager - Fenestration & Screen Systems at ETTLIN Smart Tex
German American Chambers of Commerce
Business Development Representative
SafeLease
Sales Manager: Indonesia
Kate Worthington
$58–$70
Regional Sales Director, Commercial, Acquisition | West | Remote
Grafana Labs
Enterprise Account Executive - Manufacturing
Qualtrics
Browse More Jobs
Ready to land your next closing role?
Build your free closer profile to get matched with high-ticket sales opportunities, track applications, and showcase your track record.
Join 500+ closers already on the platform • Free forever