Contractor Sales Representative

J.D. Irving, Limited; Stellarton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

J.D. Irving, Limited is seeking a Contractor Sales Representative to partner with contractors, understand their needs, and plan construction projects. Base salary plus commission follows a probationary period, with an emphasis on safety, customer service, and building strong contractor relationships.

You will produce quotes, material lists, and manage deliveries while aiming to meet sales targets and expand the contractor network across Canada.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales is preferred.
• Knowledge of lumber and building materials, and the construction process is an asset.
• Independent, problem solver with strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates high standards of safety and customer service.
• Produces quotes, material lists and follows up on deliveries.
• Achieves weekly, monthly and annual sales targets.
• Maintains a contact list and contact schedule for prospective and existing customers.
• Grows the geographic sales area by building new relationships with contractors and strengthening relationships with existing accounts.
• Continually learns about products and market conditions.
• Is a resource for sales associates.

Skills

Safety minded

Customer service

Quotes

Order follow-up

Sales targets

Relationship building

Product knowledge

Independent solver

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Organized

Contractor relations

Market learning

Job description

Contractor Sales Representativespartner with contractors to fully understand their needs and assist in planning construction projects. As knowledgeable sales professionals, contractor sales representatives can make recommendations which solve customers’ problems. For this position you will receive a base salary plus commission following a probationary period.

• Demonstrates high standards of safety and customer service
• Is a resource for sales associates
• Produces quotes, material lists and follows up on deliveries
• Achieves weekly, monthly and annual sales targets
• Maintains a contact list and contact schedule for prospective and existing customers
• Grows the geographic sales area by building new relationships with contractors and strengthening relationships with existing accounts
• Continually learns about products and market conditions

• Independent, problem solver
• Confident, energetic and self-motivated
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, and can manage changing priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to quickly develop a trusting relationship with new customers, and build rapport with existing customers
• Experience in sales is preferred
• A knowledge of lumber and building materials, and the construction process is an asset

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.