Project Sales Associate

Kent Building Supplies; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Building Supplies in Fredericton, New Brunswick, is seeking a motivated Project Centre Sales Representative to enhance customer experiences in construction and renovation projects. This fast-paced role requires a strong sales foundation and exceptional communication skills. Responsibilities include driving sales, managing customer needs, and achieving sales targets. A bilingual approach and knowledge of construction materials are preferred. The position offers a base salary plus commission, promoting growth and professional engagement.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in sales and customer service required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of building materials and construction process is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through customer engagement and suggestive selling.
• Clarify customer needs and offer the best solutions.
• Achieve sales targets on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis.

Skills

Sales proficiency

Customer service

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Microsoft Office

Bilingual (French/English)

Job description

Job Description

Project Centre Sales Representatives are sales professionals that partner with customers to fully understand their needs and assist in planning construction and renovation projects. As knowledgeable sales professionals, project sales representatives can make recommendations which solve customers’ problems. It is fast‑paced and engaging work, and it is extremely rewarding when customers give you their sale because of your hard work. This position offers a base salary plus commission.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through engagement of customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge
• Clarify and understand customers’ needs and suggest the best solution(s) for their projects
• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions
• Take initiative and confidently direct customer interactions
• Achieve weekly, monthly, and annual sales targets
• Produce quotes, material lists and follow‑up with customers
• Demonstrate high standards of safety and customer service
• Resolve customer challenges quickly and efficiently
• Continually learn about products and market conditions

Qualifications

• A strong foundation in sales and customer service
• Ability to solve problems and work with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and team player
• Confident, persuasive, energetic, and self‑motivated
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and sales objectives
• Microsoft Office skills and willingness to learn new software programs
• A knowledge of building materials and the construction process would be considered an asset
• Ability to quickly develop a trusting relationship with new customers and build rapport with existing customers by providing quality customer service and maintaining service standards
• Strong verbal and written communication (bilingual would be considered an asset French/English)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.