Sales Consultant

Alsco; Burlington; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading uniform and facility service provider is seeking a Sales Consultant in Burlington to secure new clients and achieve sales targets. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills and experience in sales. Responsibilities include soliciting clients, managing accounts, and adhering to sales policies. Compensation ranges from $120,000 to $150,000 annually with benefits, including a company vehicle.

Benefits

Excellent benefit package

Company vehicle provided

Qualifications

• Strong time management skills.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license free of violations.
• Ability to accurately count, add, and subtract.

Responsibilities

• Solicit and secure new clients within a designated sales territory.
• Meet or exceed sales quotas and expectations.
• Manage customer needs and transition new customers smoothly.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

College degree preferred

Two years sales experience

Job description

Job Summary

The Sales Consultant solicits and secures new clients for linen, workwear industrial uniforms and facility services, sells and promotes approved, targeted products and services within a designated sales territory. Reports to the Regional Sales Manager and works closely with the General Manager.

Essential Functions

• Solicit and secure new clients, sell and promote all approved lines of service or product within a designated sales territory.
• Continually meet or exceed sales quotas and expectations.
• Proactively identify, solicit and motivate targeted prospects using a variety of methods such as cold-calling, lead qualifying, presenting proposals and sales funnel management. Maintain sales records and accurately fill out new client paperwork.
• Actively participate in promotions, contests, meetings and training.
• Follow company sales policies and procedures, including price/product guidelines and new installation procedures.
• Present a professional image. Build relationships, communicate openly, educate customers, manage customer needs and proactively work with other departments to smoothly transition a new customer.
• Safely operate a vehicle on each trip, following all applicable laws and company policy. Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure regular vehicle maintenance.
• Attend/work trade shows and marketing events as required.
• Monitor and report competitive activity.
• Follow written and verbal instructions. Perform other tasks as directed by supervision.

Additional Functions

• May work with and support other sales personnel or functions as required by supervision.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to comprehend and follow direction, as well as strong time management skills.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office.
• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record free of chargeable accidents, speeding, safety or other violations.
• Recognize colors, sizes and types of product. Count, add and subtract accurately.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in a team environment.

Education/Experience

• College degree preferred or two years sales experience.

Compensation

• $120,000 to $150,000 per year between base salary and commission pay.
• Excellent benefit package.
• Alsco Uniforms company vehicle provided to drive within your territory.

Typical Physical Activity

Physical Demands/Requirements consist of standing, sitting, walking, stooping, driving, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling, reading, speaking, hearing, and lifting up to 30 lbs.

Typical Environmental Conditions

Vehicles on public roads, inside general offices, customer locations, areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, Service Center or depot.

Travel Requirements

Daily, driving by vehicle within a designated sales territory.

Preferred Education

• Some college
• Bachelors

Behaviors

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity