Sales Manager

Stella-Jones; Quebec; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in industrial wood products as a Sales Manager. This remote role involves maintaining customer relationships, driving sales success, and requires frequent travel. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of sales experience, along with bilingual proficiency in French and English.

Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage

Life insurance and AD&D

Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage

Competitive compensation

Annual Profit Share Program

Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match

Company Share Purchase Program with 10% Company contribution match

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of direct sales experience (industrial customers preferred).
• Bilingual proficiency in French & English (spoken and written).
• Positive attitude with a commitment to exceeding customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong relationships with customers and drive sales success.
• Conduct frequent in-person meetings with major customers.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and review insights with customers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Bilingual proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or Engineering

Job description

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX : SJ).

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

Join Stella-Jones as a Sales Manager!

Are you a dynamic and strategic sales professional eager to make an impact? Stella-Jones is looking for a Sales Manager to maintain strong relationships with our customers and drive sales success within a geographic area. This remote role requires frequent travel (40-50%) to engage with clients and ensure seamless execution of sales activities.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and accurately to customer inquiries regarding pricing and information.
• Provide valuable input for customer procedures in collaboration with the Customer Service Team.
• Develop a deep understanding of customer programs, contracts, and specifications.
• Conduct frequent in-person meetings with major customers and ensure proactive communication.
• Expand contacts within existing customers across procurement, engineering, and construction.
• Strategically prioritize business investments based on value contributions.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks to enhance cost-efficiency in sales operations.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and review insights with customers.
• Pursue contract extensions proactively and seek new sales opportunities.
• Assist with logistics solutions, cost-efficient transportation, and inventory optimization.
• Lead bid tender preparation and ensure competitive market positioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or Engineering (preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of direct sales experience (industrial customers, utilities preferred).
• Bilingual proficiency in French & English (spoken and written).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving ability and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude with a commitment to exceeding customer expectations.
• Ability to travel frequently as required by the role.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and become a driving force in Stella-Jones’ growth!

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including :

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Competitive compensation
• Annual Profit Share Program
• Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
• Company Share Purchase Program with 10% Company contribution match