Sales Representative - Residential Construction

Sika; Oakville; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction product company seeks a Sales Representative to drive sales and provide technical support in retail locations across Ontario. Candidates should have a business or technical degree and substantial sales experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills. This role demands a proactive individual ready to travel frequently and work under pressure.

Benefits

Growth opportunities within a global company

Inclusive and respectful work environment

Team-oriented company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in sales and construction.
• Bilingual in French and English; written and oral.
• Willingness to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Present and support sales of products in retail stores.
• Monitor store performance and suggest product adjustments.
• Provide in-store training and respond to customer complaints.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time Management

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

University or college degree in business or technical field

Job description

Under the authority of the National Sales Manager, Retail and Residential, the Sales Representative is responsible for the sale of our products and providing technical support to our retail customers at the store level.

1. Meet with retail stores to present and support sales of our products.
2. Monitor store performance and suggest adjustments to product offerings and promotional activities.
3. Ensure proper display and stock of our products in stores.
4. Benchmark Sika products against competitors and report findings to the National Sales Manager.
5. Provide in-store training for sales associates and consumers as needed.
6. Respond to customer complaints.
7. Perform other related tasks while adhering to Sika Canada Inc.'s quality assurance procedures.

The performance evaluation of the Sales Representative is based on:

• Achievement of predefined financial and personal objectives.
• Annual performance review.
• Internal audits.

Your expertise - Our strength

• University or college degree in business or technical field, or equivalent experience in sales and construction (minimum 5 years).
• Proven success in developing and growing sales territories.
• Computer literacy with willingness to upgrade skills.
• Completion of Sika Canada Inc.'s training on all operational procedures (SMS, environment, health and safety).
• Bilingual in French and English; spoken and written, with French not essential outside Quebec.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong organizational, time management, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize emergencies.
• Teamwork aptitude.
• Personal motivation and leadership qualities.
• Willingness to travel frequently to the Prairies, including Manitoba and Saskatchewan, as required.

Going Beyond. Together.

• Join Sika, with over 33,200 employees in more than 100 countries, offering growth opportunities.
• Our employees describe their work relationships as friendly and sincere, embodying the "Sika Spirit".
• We maintain a flat hierarchy with quick decision-making and decentralized units.
• We value workforce diversity as a key to our success.

Sika is committed to a respectful, inclusive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

Sika Canada uses AI tools for initial application screening, but final hiring decisions are made by our experienced team to ensure fairness and thorough evaluation.

About Sika

Sika Canada, a subsidiary of the Sika Group, develops and manufactures construction products for various sectors including concrete repair, waterproofing, flooring, and consumer solutions. With regional offices across Canada, employing over 450 people, and certifications like ISO 9001 and 14001, Sika is committed to quality and sustainability.