Regular Full Time Professional Job Mississauga, ON, CA
30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1832
Who are we?
Richelieu Hardware is a North American leader and an agent for change in a dynamic and creative industry. We are an importer, distributor and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products.
Our customers – More than 100,000 customers in North America: kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores.
Our team – 3,000 people, close to half of whom focus on sales and marketing, and more than 50% of whom are Richelieu shareholders.
Richelieu Hardware is currently seeking an Outside Sales Representative Coatings for the South western Ontario region. Under the supervision of the Industrial Sales Manager, the representative will ensure the development of new customers and the retention of existing customers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Promote the development of sales.
• Respond to inquiries about products and services.
• Prepare information packages and other necessary supporting materials.
• Coordinate presentations and meetings with prospective clients.
• Understanding customer needs and preparing service proposals.
• Monitor sales and the achievement of objectives
• Produce daily call reports.
• Maintain updated information for customer records, prospects, and service proposals.
• Contribute to the improvement of the development strategy and marketing plan.
• Continuously updating all customers on company product modifications, changes, and enhancements.
• Maintain up to date knowledge on new products, procedures, services, and tools by attending departmental and training meetings.
REQUIREMENTS:
• College Degree in Marketing or a related field, combined with relevant experience.
• A background in coatings products by manufacturers such as Chemcraft, Valspar, Sherwin-Williams, ML Campbell, or Becker Acroama
• Technical competence and experience with application of industrial coatings and use of spray equipment
• Knowledge of tools and machinery used in wood coating processes.
• Knowledgeable of working with wood materials and surfaces
• Knowledgeable in paint and chemical application techniques
• Knowledgeable about wet and dry film thickness, measuring instruments and other types of test's methods.
• Experience in identifying common coating defects including runs, sags, blisters, pin holes, adhesion issues, etc.
Qualifications
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar position.
• Strong knowledge of Wood coatings Industry
• Aptitude for matching colors
• Strong presentation and sales skills
• High level of self-motivation, self-direction, and self-discipline
• Local market knowledge
• Excellent written, verbal communication and strong inter-personal skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Basic computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, knowledge of Access is an asset.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ability to work in a team.
• Able to multi-task the activities with shifting priorities, in a fast-paced environment.
• This position requires travel.
• Experience in the industrial coatings industry an asset, specifically in wood finishing products.
What we are offering
• A balance between work and personal life
• A dynamic and inspiring environment
• A competitive salary that is based on the market.
• A progressive salary driven by performance and managed by objectives results.
• An Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• A group insurance plan to meet your personal needs.
By submitting their application, candidates consent that Richelieu Hardware Ltd may collect, use and retain the documents submitted for the sole purpose of evaluating their application. These documents may be retained by Richelieu Hardware Ltd for future references for a period of twelve (12) months following the reception of their application.
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