Sales Associate

CBRE; Toronto; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Retirement Program

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Sales Associate to partner with the sales team, supporting business planning, strategy, and forecasting to achieve objectives. You will gather information for client presentations, monitor targets, and coordinate data-driven reports in collaboration with Research and Marketing.

The role emphasizes strong MS Office skills, organizational abilities, and the ability to work within established procedures while aligning with CBRE RISE values. Canadian work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with gathering information for presentations to demonstrate to potential clients the benefits of our products.
• Research new ways to make products appealing by observing the environment and current trends.
• Maintain the list of targets, track progress, and issue periodic updates to senior team members.
• Manage processes and reports to audit data. Identify and resolve data inconsistencies.
• Recommend and coordinate process implementations to ensure ongoing improvement in sales support functions.
• Ensure business plans, reports, and strategies are accurate on time. Prepare materials and take part in market meetings and broker debriefs.
• Partner with Research and Marketing teams to generate reports and materials for Sales Management.
• Provide data about market segments, business activity, and success rates. Help identify expert resources to support the broker's pursuit activities.
• Provide the sales team with insight based on goals and daily interactions with the sales team.
• Learn and support the adoption of other broker technology tools and systems.
• Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.
• Have a broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement.
• Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.
• Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

Skills

Sales experience

Analytical thinking

MS Office proficient

Organizational skills

Work authorization in Canada

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Combination of experience and education acceptable

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

About The Role

As a CBRE Sales Associate, you will partner with the sales team to support the business and operating model.

This job is part of the sales operations function. They are responsible for sales planning, strategy, and forecasting to achieve business objectives.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with gathering information for presentations to demonstrate to potential clients the benefits of our products.
• Research new ways to make products appealing by observing the environment and current trends.
• Maintain the list of targets, track progress, and issue periodic updates to senior team members.
• Manage processes and reports to audit data. Identify and resolve data inconsistencies.
• Recommend and coordinate process implementations to ensure ongoing improvement in sales support functions.
• Ensure business plans, reports, and strategies are accurate on time. Prepare materials and take part in market meetings and broker debriefs.
• Partner with Research and Marketing teams to generate reports and materials for Sales Management.
• Provide data about market segments, business activity, and success rates. Help identify expert resources to support the broker's pursuit activities.
• Provide the sales team with insight based on goals and daily interactions with the sales team.
• Learn and support the adoption of other broker technology tools and systems.
• Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.
• Have a broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement.
• Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.
• Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior sales experience preferred.
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The salary being offered for the Sales Associate position is up to $65,000 annually. The compensation provided to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: Group Retirement Program, Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Life Insurance and more. This posting is for an existing vacancy

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individual with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at Via telephone at [phone] (Canada) and [phone] (U.S.)