Technical Inside Sales Representative

Our client is one of Canada’s largest industrial distribution companies supplying to a multitude of industries. They are recognized for their strong customer service, quality products and ability to deliver.

As a result of growth, we are currently in an active search for an inside sales representative for the company’s Edmonton regional office.

Key Responsibilities:

Contacting current customers and identifying new products and potential up selling
Responding to and processing incoming calls and orders
Opening new accounts
Developing customer base and sales leads by making cold and warm calls
Entering orders into system
Maintaining knowledge base on current products and learning about new products
Providing pricing quotations and follow-up on quotes
Returns as required
Providing technical support on products
Providing quotations and product information
Troubleshooting (freight problems, expediting etc.)
Responding to inquiries
Identify, develop and close business opportunities

Desired Skills and Experience:

A minimum of 3-4 years of business development experience
Post-Secondary courses in sales and/or marketing preferred High School Diploma required
A background in selling industrial and commercial products is an asset. Product knowledge or industrial experience preferred
Experience selling to contractors is an asset
Strong understanding of solution sales versus price
The role includes a strong understanding of sales margins, product sourcing, pricing and negotiations.
Candidate must show progressive sales accomplishments.
Strong business acumen and professional approach to offering effective services and solutions.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office required

Job ID

E9821

City

Edmonton, AB

Remuneration

Remuneration for this position will consist of a base salary of $60-65K commensurate upon experience, a bonus/commission guarantee program that will target first year income at $75-80K with an excellent opportunity for financial and career growth and full benefit program including RRSP matching.