Home & Farm Sales Advisor (Full-time) - Red Deer - Central Alberta Co-op

Co-op; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loyalty Discount Program

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Team Member Volunteer Program

Long Term Service Awards

Leadership Development Program

Job summary

Central Alberta Co-op in Red Deer is looking for a Home & Farm Sales Advisor for the Red Deer Home Centre. You’ll deliver expert service, build relationships with customers in home and farm sectors, and drive sales with a customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities include expanding the sales area, assisting with marketing strategies, maintaining records, and staying updated on industry trends. A valid driver’s license is required; relocation considerations apply.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent; post-secondary education preferred.
• Business diploma or degree is an asset.
• 3–6 years of sales experience in building or agricultural environments.
• Valid driver’s license (Class 5 minimum).
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and customer service.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Grow the geographic sales area by building relationships with Farmers, Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Building Inspectors, design professionals, material vendors and local Co-ops, and strengthen existing accounts.
• Assist in developing marketing and promotion strategies for the territory.
• Provide outstanding guest service in the field, at the contractor sales desk, and on the phone.
• Prepare customer status reports including sales activity, closings, follow-up and prospect reports.
• Read and interpret construction plans; work with estimators on changes to plans when needed.
• Support tendering by providing quantities, costing/pricing and descriptive information.
• Provide product recommendations to improve design quality, efficiency, and structural integrity.
• Complete all sales documentation accurately and promptly.
• Develop and maintain a Vendor Reference Database for material-specific information and supplier research.
• Stay updated on products, equipment, trends and materials in home and farm sectors.
• Perform administrative duties such as maintaining customer accounts and processing quotes, invoices, and payments.
• Demonstrate CAC values and safety principles with a strong customer-focused approach.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Leadership

Customer service

Task management

Problem solving

Education

Grade 12

Business diploma/degree asset

Job description

Join our Team at Red Deer Home Centre!

We are looking for a dynamic and customer-focused Home & Farm Sales Advisor to join our team at the Red Deer Home Centre. If you have a passion for providing exceptional service and building strong relationships with customers, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join us and be part of a team dedicated to delivering top-quality products and expert advice to our customers in the home and farm industries.

Position: Home & Farm Sales Advisor

Full-time: 40 hours per week. Eligible for benefits after 3 months. If you are relocating from another province, please ensure you have AB Health coverage to be covered by our plan provider.

Availability: Weekdays and weekends- mornings, afternoons, and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Grow the geographic sales area by building new relationships with Farmers, Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Building Inspectors, Draftsperson/Designers, Material Vendors, Trades, Local Co-ops, and Local Home Builder/Contractor Association(s), and strengthening relationships with existing accounts .
• Assist in developing marketing and promotion strategies for the territory .
• Provide outstanding guest service in the field, at the contractor sales desk, and on the telephone .
• Prepare customer status reports, including but not limited to sales call activity, closing, follow-up, and prospect reports as required .
• Read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, or drawings. Work with the estimator to suggest changes to construction plans where building codes, structural integrity, or efficiency may be a concern .
• Support the tendering process by providing quantities, costing/pricing, and descriptive information associated with the overall building project.
• Provide product recommendations to improve design quality, efficiency, and structural integrity as needed .
• Complete all sales documentation in a timely and accurate manner .
• Develop and maintain a Vendor Reference Database to track and specify material-specific information (product availability, unit cost, lead times) and research alternative vendors where specialty goods are needed .
• Stay updated on the latest products, equipment, trends, and materials in the building and home improvement industry .
• Perform administrative and follow-up duties such as maintaining customer accounts and ensuring quotes, invoices, and payments are processed and completed accurately to customer satisfaction .
• Demonstrate the behaviors and actions to support CAC’s vision, mission, values, and safety principles to make a difference in members’ lives, with a strong customer-focused approach .
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent with a preference for post-secondary education (business diploma or degree) .
• Certificate and/or Diploma with a preference for Building or Construction Management are an asset .
• 3 – 6 years of sales experience, building relationships with clients, preferably in a building or agricultural environment .
• A valid driver’s licence (Class 5 minimum) is required .
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records.

Total Rewards

At Central Alberta Co-op, we value our team members and are committed to their well-being and success. As part of our dedication to providing a supportive working environment, we offer a range of Total Rewards:

• Loyalty Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on merchandise as a token of appreciation for your dedication.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program: Access confidential counseling, resources, and support services for you and your family.
• Team Member Volunteer Program: Get involved in community initiatives and make a positive impact through volunteer opportunities.
• Long Term Service Awards: Recognize and celebrate milestones in your career with us.
• Leadership Development Program: Take advantage of growth opportunities and advance your career within our organization. Select the link for more information:

https://www.centralalbertaco-op.crs/sites/centralalberta/local/detail/leadership-development-program

Central Alberta Co-op is proud to uphold our Brand Values of Integrity, Responsibility, and Community. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for advancement and personal growth, and benefits based on employment status. As a COR certified organization, we are dedicated to providing our team members and customers with a safe working and shopping environment.

Important Note

Successful candidates must provide their Social Insurance Number before their first shift.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team. However, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.