Outside Account Manager (Full time)

Gillfor Distribution; Oak Bluff; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Benefit Plan

RRSP Contribution

Bonus Potential

Job summary

Gillfor Distribution in Oak Bluff, Manitoba is looking for a motivated full-time Account Manager to build and maintain key customer relationships. This role entails driving results for the distribution center and managing product sales while providing excellent customer service.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in sales, and strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. The position includes travel requirements and offers opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years sales experience; proven sales leader.
• Familiarity with the building supply industry is a strong asset.
• Valid Driver’s License required for travel.

Responsibilities

• Drive results for the distribution center by maintaining business relationships.
• Support marketing efforts at events and trade shows.
• Handle client inquiries and oversee order status.

Skills

Sales experience

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Customer relationship management

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Account Manager (Oakbluff, Manitoba)

Gillfor Distribution is seeking a full‑time, highly motivated and experienced Account Manager. The role is accountable for driving results for the distribution center by creating and maintaining business relationships with key customer accounts. The Account Manager will work within a team setting and manage all aspects of the business with their customer: product sales and promotion, accounts receivable, and conflict resolution. A good candidate is an effective communicator, can work within a team‑based culture, has strong business acumen, and clearly understands how to drive profitable business results. The role can span across a large geography and requires regular travel, including overnight as needed, and reports to the Division Manager.

Performance Requirements

• Identify decision makers within targeted leads to begin the sales process
• Collaborate with the Division Manager to determine necessary strategic sales approaches
• Support marketing efforts such as trade shows, exhibits, and other events when necessary
• Make outbound calls to existing customers via telephone and e‑mail cross‑sell and up‑sell
• Handle inbound unsolicited prospect calls and convert them into sales
• Oversee pricing, purchases, logistics, account payables and receivables and coordinate efforts with the Sales Team
• Attend periodic sales training where applicable
• Address client inquiries regarding status of orders, payment, refunds, etc.
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Key Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years sales experience; proven sales leader
• Familiarity and knowledge of the building supply industry is a strong asset
• Valid Driver’s License (travel required)
• Highly self‑motivated and target driven with a proven track record in sales
• Excellent selling, communicating, problem‑solving and negotiating skills
• Prioritizing, time management and organizational skills are a must
• Strong problem identification and objection resolution skills
• Ability to adhere to all Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships
• Self‑motivated, with high energy and an engaging level of enthusiasm

Working Conditions

Full‑time position, Monday to Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm. Group Benefit Plan and RRSP Contribution available after probationary period of three months’ employment is completed. Opportunities for advancement within the company.

Compensation

Wage Plus Bonus Potential.

Gillfor Distribution is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact the HR Manager at Gillfor Distribution.