Outside Sales Representative

Riverside Millwork Group is a truly forward organziation with over 40 years of success in the building materials and millwork industry. We are defined by the passion of our team members and their belief in our company’s vast potential.
Our company is in the business of delivering a richer and more personalized customer experience to builders, architects, general contractors and interior designers. Our package of millwork products includes interior and exterior wood doors, interior mouldings, door hardware, closet organizers and custom millwork, hardwood flooring, and millwork installations.
We are currently recruiting an Outside Sales Representative to service Kitchener-Waterloo, ON and the surrounding area.
HOW TO APPLY: 
RMG likes to think "outside of the box". To apply please send us a one page summary, max 150 words explaining what motivates YOU to sell, and why you think you are an ideal match for Riverside! In addition, please provide a copy of your resume.
Role Summary: 
Represent the Company in a positive and professional manner
Pursue new sales leads, including homebuilders and homeowner accounts
Manage existing accounts efficiently and effectively
Conduct on-site and/or showroom consultations with clients to complete product selections and specifications
Read blueprints to complete takeoffs for estimating/quoting purposes
Collect site measurements to complete accurate takeoffs for sales orders
Provide accurate specifications to inside sales team for paperwork processing and project coordination
Confirm specifications on customer provided purchase orders and/or specification sheets and provide proper information to inside sales team for project coordination
Contact customers for any amended purchase orders or specifications prior to order entry as required
Ensure all special orders are requested in a timely manner to avoid backorders
Contribute weekly sales budget/forecast information to sales team’s on-going reporting initiatives
Adhere to existing reporting requirements, including monthly updates to contact lists
Research and investigate product market trends and competitor’s product offerings and pricing
Attend vendor conducted product knowledge seminars and workshops
Handle general customer service and inquiries when required
Follow up with all customers to ensure project completion is satisfactory – mitigate any outstanding issues or incomplete elements
Inform owners/directors of new potential opportunities
Refer small builder and contactor sales to showroom
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills, Education, and Competencies: 
College diploma or Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent
Strong sales abilities, with 2 years’ experience in interior building materials sales
Understanding of residential construction industry
Technical and product knowledge of interior building materials manufacturing and specification
Knowledge of construction scheduling, interior finishing sequencing
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
Relentless drive to prospect for new business
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritize
Positive attitude towards working in a team environment
The ability to communicate effectively with local businesses
Patience to prospect on a regular basis
Excellent business to business telephone communication skills
Adept at communicating via emails and utilizing CRM systems for follow ups
Independent and a Self-Starter
Experience with Microsoft Office
Organized
Exceptional problem solving skills
Compensation: 
Competitive base salary plus commission
Company vehicle, lap top, cell phone, gas card
Performance Bonus
An excellent working environment
Opportunities for advancement
Store discount on product purchases
Quarterly social events & volunteer programs
Company catered bi-weekly lunches
Comprehensive Group Insurance Plan, and health and dental benefits
RRSP program with company matching
We thank you for your interest, but only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Riverside Millwork Group will provide individual accommodation where needed, keeping in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us to make your needs known. Thank you.
Application deadline: 2020-09-18
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $55,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Experience:
Sales: 2 years (Required)
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
Location:
Kincardine (Preferred)
Work remotely:
Yes, always

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