Outside Contractor Sales Representative

J.D. Irving, Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking Contractor Sales Representatives in Halifax to partner with contractors and assist in planning construction projects. The role involves providing excellent customer service, achieving sales targets, and managing customer relationships. Candidates should be independent problem solvers with strong communication skills, and experience in sales is preferred. This position offers a base salary with uncapped commission and various employee benefits, including wellness programs and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Wellness Program

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Employee Discounts

Medical, Dental, Vision, RRSP Matching, and PTO benefits

Growth and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in sales is preferred.
• Knowledge of lumber and building materials is an asset.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates high standards of safety and customer service.
• Produces quotes and follows up on deliveries.
• Achieves sales targets and maintains a contact list.

Skills

Independent, problem solver

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Confident, energetic and self-motivated

Organized

Job description

Contractor Sales Representatives partner 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 uncapped commission following a probationary period.

Qualifications

• 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

What we Offer

• Wellness Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Medical, Dental, Vision, RRSP Matching, and PTO benefits
• Growth and development opportunities through KENT and the greater J.D. Irving, Limited organization

Responsibilities

• 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