Sales Manager

The Timken Company; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in industrial equipment manufacturing is seeking a Sales Manager for Quebec. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to communicate effectively in both English and French. This role involves generating sales, maintaining customer relationships, and understanding complex industry trends, providing a unique opportunity to impact the mining sector positively.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

Life insurance

Disability benefits

RRSP/DPSP with company matching

Business expenses coverage including a leased vehicle

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in industrial equipment manufacturing.
• Bilingual in English and French.
• Experience in sales of custom industrial rotating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Generate sales through technical product support.
• Maintain customer satisfaction and develop new client relationships.
• Travel to client sites and attend trade shows.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Degree

CAD/CAM Technologist Diploma

Journeyman certification in Machining, Welding, or Industrial Mechanics

Tools

ERP systems like SAP

CRM software

Job description

Career Opportunity: Sales Manager - Quebec

What Timken makes possible begins with you.

Join Timken to be part of a team that has contributed to landings on the moon, global infrastructure, and renewable energy innovations. Your career at Timken offers immediate impact opportunities in improving industrial equipment efficiency and advancing motion technology globally. With a presence in 45 countries and a team of 19,000, we empower you to help push the boundaries of what’s possible.

About Standard Machine

Founded in 1967 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and acquired by Timken in 2013, Standard Machine is part of the Timken Power Systems division. We design and manufacture high-quality parts for industries such as mining, oil and gas, aerospace, and more, under the Hamilton Gear brand.

Role Overview

Reporting to the TPS Canada National Sales Manager, the Sales Manager - Quebec will understand our value proposition and provide tailored solutions to mining customers, focusing on open gearings, replacement parts, and gearboxes. The role requires bilingual proficiency in French and English, technical expertise, and comprehensive industrial sales experience.

Ideal Candidate

• 10+ years of technical/trade/professional experience in industrial equipment manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, especially in power transmissions and gearing.
• Excellent communication skills in both English and French.
• Willingness to travel at least 50% of the time within the territory.
• Experience in sales of custom industrial rotating equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate sales through technical product support and customer engagement.
• Maintain customer satisfaction and develop new client relationships.
• Support customer growth via knowledge sharing and education.
• Gather customer feedback to improve offerings.
• Assess customer needs and develop tailored solutions.
• Ensure timely delivery by monitoring shipments.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and planning teams.
• Identify market trends and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Develop regional sales and marketing plans for Quebec.
• Travel to client sites, attend trade shows, and participate in business development activities.

Required Skills and Experience

• Progressive sales experience in industry-specific environments.
• High energy, adaptable, confident, and positive attitude.
• Ability to understand complex pricing and bid processes.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Understanding of mining industry trends.

Educational Background

• Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Degree, CAD/CAM Technologist Diploma, or Journeyman certification in Machining, Welding, or Industrial Mechanics.
• Experience with ERP systems like SAP and CRM software.
• Sales training is an asset but not mandatory.

Locations

• Montreal, Quebec City

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary with short-term incentives, comprehensive health and dental coverage, life insurance, disability benefits, RRSP/DPSP with company matching, and business expenses coverage including a leased vehicle, cell phone, and laptop.

Development Opportunities

Access to diverse industries, hands-on experience, core training, and over 4,400 online courses. Tuition assistance may be available for related fields.

We promote equal opportunity employment and welcome all qualified candidates. Applicants must provide proof of qualifications and be eligible to work in Canada. Only Canadian residents or citizens will be considered.