Sales Coordinator - New Grad position

Lafarge Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a driven Sales Coordinator to join their team in Calgary. This developmental role offers new graduates the chance to learn about the ready mix business while utilizing various sales systems and tools. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and customer focus, aligning with the company's vision. As part of a two-year development path, you'll connect with peers and gain exposure to diverse aspects of the business, fostering a strong sense of community. This is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible Health & Dental benefits

Generous Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Mental health support

Service recognition awards

Perks & discounts

Access to online learning platforms

Financial support for new parents

Inclusive work environment

Company-provided personal protective equipment

Qualifications

• Recently obtained University Degree or College Diploma in Civil Engineering or Business.
• Up to 2 years of construction industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn the aggregates sales function and produce sales quotes.
• Assist the sales team and carry out jobsite inspections for safety.

Skills

SalesForce

Apex

SAP

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Presentation Skills

Business Acumen

Education

University Degree

College Diploma

Tools

SalesForce

Qlikview

Job description

Whatever you do, you'll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs. Thanks to our teams' energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all.

Sales Coordinator - New Grad position

Requisition ID: 12313

Location:

Calgary, AB, CA, T2B 0R5

Pay Type: Salary

Travel Requirement: <10%

Company Overview

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

About The Role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager for the GCA, Southern Alberta Ready Mix Division, the Sales Coordinator will have the opportunity to work with our Area Sales Team in understanding our ready mix business. This is a developmental role and an opportunity to learn & utilize the various sales systems & tools to gain experience into our markets, customers, & products with the ultimate goal of building a long-term career with Lafarge.

This opportunity is part of Lafarge’s New Graduate Development Path (NGDP). As part of the NGDP two-year journey, new graduates are provided with opportunities to connect with other new grads, gain exposure to various aspects of the Lafarge business, and embark on their own learning and development journey through e-learning and scheduled monthly Learning & Development sessions. The NGDP provides a head start for recently graduated individuals entering the workforce while fostering a strong sense of community within Lafarge.

What You’ll Accomplish

• Serve as a role model in safety, environmental stewardship, leadership, teamwork, customer focus, and continuous improvement to ensure alignment with the company’s vision and critical success factors.
• Learn the aggregates sales function including customers, products, markets, logistics.
• Produce & enter sales quotes into SalesForce.
• Utilize sales tools like Qlikview for sales reporting to support commercial business.
• Investigate initiatives around new markets & products.
• Project investigation & follow-up.
• Assist the sales team in customer discussions & other functions.
• Participate in weekly/monthly meetings reviewing sales opportunities.
• Carry out jobsite inspections for safety & quality assurance.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

What We’re Looking For

Education: Recently obtained University Degree or College Diploma

Additional Education Preferred: N/A

Field of Study Preferred: Civil Engineering, Business, or related field.

Required Work Experience: Up to 2 years of construction industry experience.

Required Training/Certifications: N/A

Required Technical Skills: Experience with SalesForce, Apex, and SAP is an asset.

Travel Requirements: 0-10%

Additional Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Self-starter / Problem solver / Self-disciplined.
• Good presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen.
• Confidence to work independently, safely.
• Strong computer technical aptitude to learn new systems and programs.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

What We Offer

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependants.
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable.

Additional Notes

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

Your Lafarge Experience

At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.