Account Executive - Uniforms (Edmonton)

Canadian Linen; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Linen seeks an ambitious Account Executive to join our growing outside sales team in Edmonton. The role focuses on securing new business in uniform and facility services, emphasizes customer experience, and involves a structured training program to set you up for success. Enjoy competitive pay, bonuses, and benefits while working in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Job stability

Competitive Pay Rate

Great benefits and employee assistance program

Retirement Savings Plan

Ongoing training and mentoring

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and proof of car insurance required.
• Successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.
• Experience in business-to-business outside sales preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and secure new business.
• Complete a comprehensive sales training program.
• Follow a structured sales process.

Skills

Communication

Customer Focus

Tenacity

Agility

Ability to Influence

Education

Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Customer Relationship Management Systems

Job description

Canadian Linen & Uniform Service Corp., a Vestis company, provides uniforms and related products to more than 300,000 customers across North America, in virtually every industry. From designing and manufacturing to laundering and delivering, Canadian Linen works with local and national clients to create and maintain a total uniform solution that promotes teamwork and establishes a professional identity.

THE ROLE

Do you love working outside of the office? Do you have a competitive spirit? Are you a strong and influential communicator? If so, the Canadian Linen sales team is looking for an ambitious Account Executive (AE) to drive sales and advance with our company. Join us and be part of a rapidly growing outside sales team working together to secure new business and increase market share. While uniform sales will be the primary focus of the AE, they will also sell linens and facility services to support our growth and increase in demand.

Successful candidates will possess:

• Tenacity, Drive - We have industry leading sales goals based on calls, appointments and in person prospecting and sales targets.
• Speed, Agility - Our industry is continuously adapting and growing. Every day will be a new and exciting opportunity to showcase your skills.
• Coachable - You will complete a paid, comprehensive sales training program to gain product knowledge, mentorship, and learn how to be a successful Canadian Linen team member.
• Ability Follow Our Sales Process - We teach you our structured sales process to set you up for success as you’re working both independently and collaborating as a team.
• Technology - Our team uses laptops, cell phones, Microsoft Office, and a Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) to stay organized and connected.
• Customer Focus and Orientation - In this role, you will be the face of the company. We need someone passionate about providing the ultimate customer experience.
• Ability to Influence - We need someone who can overcome objections and effectively demonstrate why we are the uniform, facilities, and first aid products supplier of choice.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license, proof of car insurance and a dependable vehicle
• Successfully pass Criminal Background Check
• Post-Secondary Diploma or degree

Preferred:

• Business-to-business outside sales experience focused on new account generation
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management Systems - Salesforce preferred

WHY CHOOSE US?

• Job stability: Canadian Linen has been employing people for over 95 years in Canada
• Competitive Pay Rate: Base salary + Commission + Bonus: Uncapped earning potential
• Great benefits and employee assistance program
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Company pension with employer match
• Ongoing training and mentoring
• Great teammates and collaborative work environment
• A consistently growing company that promotes from within

We thank all candidates for their interest. However, only those selected for a telephone interview will be contacted.

Canadian Linen & Uniform Service Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We recognize that our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.