If you aspire to have client face-to-face interaction and enjoy the process of working with multiple stakeholders to see the clients' vision, come to fruition, we have just the position for you!
As a member of the corporate sales team, your role will incorporate several sales and project management responsibilities, specifically in the government vertical (including provincial & federal).
Some key functions of this role will be:
- Familiarity with government procurement processes including, provincial Vendor of Record (VOR) and federal Supply Arrangement & Standing Offers, is crucial.
- Act as a single point of contact for all client related communication and related activities including showroom tours, proposals, order placement, project management and deficiency resolution.
- Coordinate resources and develop responses to all client inquiries.
- Work with government approved manufacturers, as well as installers to obtain lead times, discounts and pricing for order quotes.
- Develop product specifications independently or with the design department to produce detailed, accurate and professional looking quotes and correspond with the customer in a timely manner.
- Ensure all services and products presented comply with government regulations, standards and approved contracts.
- Team liaison between client services and CAD as necessary, to expedite project completion and client deliverables.
- Review all project documents, including quotes and drawings to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Ensure accurate and timely placement of orders, scheduling, installations, and completion of deficiencies are done to the client's satisfaction.
- Complete site measurements and critical dimensions in advance of installation.
- Participate in meetings with sales, design, and client representatives as necessary.
- Site-manage installations and reconfigurations for specified clients.
- Participate in final walk through and create deficiency list and propose. remedies/solutions where possible and as required.
- Provide close-out documents and user instructions for all installed products.
- Participate and contribute to formulating client strategy.
- Participate in development of RFP responses.
- Actively solicit your own business and client network to expand our client base and increase team sales, as time permits.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of experience with furniture related sales and/or installation experience within the government sector is preferred.
- Proven success in a fast-paced client focused role highlighting problem solving, and relationship management.
- In depth knowledge of the Contract Furniture industry with preexisting relationships with government agencies and VOR manufacturers in the market (preferred).
- Ability to manage competing priorities and execute several complex projects simultaneously.
- Strong spatial sense with the ability to relay layout and planning concepts to clients and designers.
- Previous facilities management, project management and/or design experience is an asset.
- Previous experience in Commercial or Residential design is an asset.