Sales Representative

Canplas; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A North American company based in Edmonton is seeking a Sales Representative to achieve sales objectives and build strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree or equivalent experience and a proven track record in sales. Responsibilities include promoting products, maintaining customer satisfaction, and collaborating with internal teams. Travel may be required for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two to five years of sales experience in a related industry.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage one's schedule effectively.

Responsibilities

• Sustain and boost sales for Canplas product systems.
• Promote and assure a positive relationship with Canplas customers.
• Act as a technical resource for existing accounts.
• Build long-term relationships with contractors and engineers.
• Investigate and follow-up on new customer inquiries.

Skills

Sales Experience

B2B Sales

Time Management

Customer Service

Cold Calling

Retail Sales

Territory Management

Upselling

Product Demos

Outside Sales

Negotiation

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Engineering degree (asset)

Job description

Canplas is a North American business unit located in Edmonton Alberta. Our team develops and produces solutions that meet our clients most demanding expectations. We are passionate about creating sustainable innovative solutions for the markets we serve. We provide people around the world with innovative solutions leading our industry in a way that anticipates the rapidly evolving needs of our customers.

We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Sales Representative. This role is based in our Edmonton Alberta office and reports to the Western Canada Sales Manager.

Do not miss the opportunity to join a diverse group of people-centric professionals leaders with vision and rapid problem solvers entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Summary

To achieve or surpass targeted sales objectives for Canplas within pricing guidelines terms of sale and distribution channels aimed at developing new and existing markets. As well as provide technical advice on application and installations.

Responsibilities

• Sustain and boost sales for Canplas (Product) Systems distributors comprehending market / competitive activity to engage with distributorship Managers and purchasing representatives. Promote Canplas products on sales calls gaining dedication of sale.
• Promotes and assures a positive relationship with all Canplas customers through regular communication of product related information. Upon delivery of products assess customer happiness levels to guarantee continuous improvement of customer relations.
• Acts as engineering / technical resource services existing accounts and generates future business prospects through frequent visits throughout assigned territory. Prepare presentations aimed at gathering pertinent customer information while relaying which of Canplas quality products meet their needs aimed at growing Canplas sales as well as the distributors through education.
• Builds long-term relationships with contractors engineers and end users promoting product quality and application in a competitive market to secure their dedication to our product.
• Investigate and follow-up on new customer inquiries cold calls and untouched markets to continuously develop sales opportunities. Participate in trade shows and / or other promotional programs.
• Writes quotations follows-up on outstanding orders and quotations maintaining constant contact with customers.
• Collaborates with all essential internal staff especially customer service to relay customer information and pertinent data.
• Report and detail all sales activities in order to facilitate sales forecast preparation and costing data.

Knowledge and Skills

• University degree or equivalent experience; Engineering an asset, combined with at least two to five years sales experience within a related industry is required.
• Experience with Plumbing & Mechanical distribution and contractors.
• Ability to work under pressure, effectively manage one\'s own schedule, and the need to possess detailed product knowledge / specifications are essential to this position.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong time management skills, organized; must be able to balance multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong sense of personal accountability; takes initiative and ownership of tasks and projects; works well in a team and independently.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent command of the English language.

Travel Requirement

• Employee can be required to travel 50% of the time.
• Employee may need to regularly visit other Canplas locations.
• Hold a valid driver\'s license.

Canplas is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and upon request will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicants accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for Canplas jobs. To request an accommodation please contact HR at

EEO / Accommodations

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Required Experience

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Sales Experience, B2B Sales, Time Management, Customer Service, Cold Calling, Retail Sales, Territory Management, Upselling, Product Demos, Outside Sales, Medicare, negotiation

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1