Outside Sales Representative

Ottawa, ON

Outside Sales Representative

We are looking for a motivated, and professional Outside Sales Representative who enjoys the challenge of building our reputation and growing our business for our Ontario region. This position will be reporting to our Ottawa branch located on Belfast Road. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a Group RSP. If you wish to have a career in a fast-paced industry – join our team!

 

Job Duties

  • Proactively identify prospects and develop new accounts
  • Identify market trends, maintain awareness of competitive activity in the roofing industry and continually evaluate marketing, pricing and selling strategies
  • Sell products by establishing contact and developing relationships with a focus on quality and customer service
  • Provide project quotations on a timely basis; maintain project files, and quotation follow up
  • Conduct job site visits on a consistent basis
  • Interact regularly with our major suppliers and keep up to date on all products
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
  • Achieve defined sales targets

 

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of sales experience, preferably in the building construction materials
  • Written and spoken English proficiency required
  • Spoken French an asset
  • Driven and self-motivated to work independently
  • Proficient computer skills: Word, Excel, MS Outlook, Salesforce

 

Other Requirements

  • Ability to read and understand construction specifications, drawings and technical data
  • Able to make cold calls and always looking for new sales opportunities within assigned territory
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence; must be able to connect with customers to schedule appointments, discuss new products and pricing
  • Work with other team members to ensure excellent customer service
  • Provide accurate quotes and orders and ensure excellent customer service for billing, payment, and delivery services
  • Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmark state-of-the-art practices; participate in professional societies
  • Able to work flexible hours beyond normal branch office hours in order to make contact with contractors. Need to be accessible and responsive to the requests of customers
  • Able to interpret a variety of instructions whether in written, oral, diagram or schedule format
  • Bilingual seen as an asset

 

What we offer

  • Competitive salary - we take great pride in offering our workforce the best benefits and   compensation packages in our industry, and we think you will too.
  • Healthcare – we offer multiple options and picks up a generous amount for single, couple or family coverage
  • Insurance benefits and employee assistance program
  • Benefits plan that includes dental, health, group RSP, vacation, and more 
  • Time Off – Everyone needs time away from work to recharge and be with family and friends - receive a generous amount of paid holidays
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Paid training/tuition reimbursement – Ready to further your education?
  • Open door policy in a supportive and encouraging work environment
  • Overtime available in peak periods
  • Internal Promotions

 

Company Overview

Founded in 1972, we are a leading wholesale distributor of construction materials with over 40 locations across North America. We pride ourselves on being the most responsive, problem solving and fun place for our customers to conduct business.

 

Convoy Supply

Convoy Supply

Convoy Supply is a one-step building materials distributor with over 40 locations across Canada, the Pacific Northwest, Montana, and Maryland, with product lines covering every aspect of the building envelope.

Here's a sample of what it means to join Team Convoy:

  • A team of champions who bring their best to every game
  • A vision for our communities that includes and goes beyond providing meaningful employment
  • A commitment to grow ethically, responsibly, and sustainably
  • A rich history spanning over 45 years, filled with stories of challenge, growth, and friendship 

A career with Team Convoy can lead to a wide range of employment opportunities, including truck drivers, crane operators, warehouse associates, sales, administration and finance, and management. We provide a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family, support your career goals through education, transfers, and development, and are committed to providing a safe place to work. We believe in making our communities and our world a better place to live, and our goal is to meet and exceed our customer’s expectations. We work hard and enjoy ourselves in the process.

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