Senior Inside Sales Representative - Service

Powell Industries; Alberta; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical manufacturing company in Alberta is seeking an Inside Sales Representative to support the spare parts business. You will develop familiarity with electrical products and manage customer quotations while working in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have a BS degree and experience in engineering or sales. This role offers opportunities for growth and professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive salary package

RRSP matching

Extensive benefits

Job training

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in an Engineering or Sales & Marketing role.
• General working knowledge of electrical products and applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the spare parts business and other aspects of the Service business.
• Learn and apply practical experience from on-the-job training.
• Manage quotations and customer relations for spare parts.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

BS Degree in Engineering, Business or Technical Sales

Job description

Overview

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we appreciate our employees by providing a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, the role of the inside sales representative is to support the spare parts business and other aspects of our Service business in relation to sales.

Essential Responsibilities

• Learn and apply practical experience from on-the-job training
• Learn company products and services
• Learn and become proficient at quoting company products and services, with a large focus on spare parts
• Develop familiarity with electrical and power distribution products, concepts and applications
• Develop familiarity with CSA, ANSI and IEEE power distribution equipment application standards
• Quotation Support
• OEM Multipliers
• Blanket Agreements
• Customer Management for the Spare Parts Business
• Contract Management
• Order Entry through Invoicing
• Oracle Sales Order, Order Management and Projects
• Schedule Updates to the OEMs
• Change Orders
• Expediting Orders with the Factory
• Establish and Maintain T&C with Customers
• Credit Application
• Credit Limits
• Work will require occasional local or regional travel
• Attend in house and outside training sessions

Minimum Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering, Business or Technical Sales preferred
• Minimum 0-3 years of experience in an Engineering or Sales & Marketing role
• General working knowledge of electrical products and applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Inside sales role with another OEM or Electrical distributor

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, computer skills, and work plans skills
• Ability to develop and deliver product presentations
• Ability to work under pressure and put in the required time to meet deadlines

Working Conditions

• Temperature controlled working environment. Some outside activities may be required.
• This position may travel out-of-town to attend training and meetings.
• Typical office environment: may experience minor discomfort from extensive use of a computer display and keyboard; travel between buildings on campus and between campuses.

Physical Requirements

• Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Sitting, standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Typing, punching or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.

Who we are

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing, valve servicing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary, and Montreal.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer’s needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

Your Partner in Safety

Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.