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Sales Development Program -Specification Track (Southern California)

Allegion logoAllegion$60,000–$75,000/yrDiamond Bar, CA, United StatesFull-timeListed 2mo ago

Taken at the midpoint of its range, $67,500/yr, this role pays less than the middle Sales Development (SDR & BDR) opening on the board today ($76.2k/yr); the usual band for that kind of seat is $60k–$130k/yr.

The posting

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.

Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor - a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

Sales Development Program – Specification Track

We are looking for Specification Consultants to join our Allegion team as part of our Sales Development Program – Specification Track! As part of the program, you will complete two rotations in the span of 9 months. This immersive program includes in depth training and development to prepare you for your role of providing access solutions by creating door hardware specifications. In the first six months of the training program, you will relocate to our training facility in Denver, Colorado. Here you will participate in classroom style training with others in your cohort. During this segment, you will learn about the industry, our products, and codes as well as how to read blueprints. In the last three months of the training program, you will transfer to your permanent location in your respective regional sales office. Here you will prepare for your full-time role by writing specifications with the help and supervision of your team so that you are prepared to hit your market ready for success!

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

Rotational Training Key Elements

  • Complete immersive SDP – Specification Track training program curriculum to increase knowledge about Allegion customers, products and processes.
  • Participate and engage in various manufacturing trainings, product training and program events to deepen you understanding of Allegion systems, processes and customers.
  • Immerse yourself in Allegion’s culture by attending networking and professional development events to gain valuable relationships throughout the organization.
  • Learn and master Allegion’s state of the art tools, systems, and resources.
  • Graduate from 9-month training program with in depth knowledge of role, best practices, policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure best in class customer experiences.

Full-Time Role Responsibilities

  • Create technical hardware sets and specifications for the architectural community, including code compliance for new construction projects as well as aftermarket requests.
  • Provide solutions to architects on product application requirements.
  • Participate in pre and post installation meetings as needed and assist with revisions, access control coordination, and requests for information during all phases of the project.
  • Exhibit a basic understanding of electro-mechanical products and solutions including access control and software.
  • Communicate door hardware coordination requirements and/or conflicts, such as access control, electrical requirements, and specialty doors.
  • Work in conjunction with your team to provide a positive customer experience and deliver on project commitments.
  • Maintain excellent industry/competitor product knowledge by reviewing and understanding market data of competitive activity. Adapt to changes in the marketplace.

What You Need to Succeed

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Architecture, or Technical field preferred
  • Strong mechanical and electronics aptitude
  • Excellent attention to detail with a high level of organization and time management skills
  • Proficiency with MS Office tools
  • Ability to learn industry specific software
  • Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to influence with actionable goals

What You’ll Get from Us

  • Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period
  • Health Savings Accounts – Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses
  • Flexible Spending Accounts – Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses
  • Disability Insurance –Short-Term and Long-Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury
  • Life Insurance – Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Voluntary Wellness Program – Simply complete wellness activities and earn monetary rewards
  • Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
  • Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”
  • Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching

Compensation:This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

  • The expected Base Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000 . The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
  • Bonus Eligible: Yes

Apply Today!

Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.

We Celebrate Who We Are!

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team .

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Taken from Allegion's own posting, last seen live on 1 Nov 2026.

About Allegion

Locks, exit devices, door closers, steel doors and frames, electronic access control and automatic doors under more than 40 brands (Schlage, Von Duprin, LCN, Stanley Access Technologies among them), sold to architects, contractors, distributors, building owners and home improvement retailers.

Pay schedule: Allegion pays its sellers a base salary with a bonus (up to 30% of base where the posting sizes it) or commission, lists generous paid time off and a wellness program worth up to $2,000, and houses Sales Development Program hires during their Denver training.

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