outside sales representative

Overview

Languages

Bilingual

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience
• Engineering mechanics
• Automation engineer technology/technician
• Mechanical engineering/mechanical technology/technician

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work setting

• Industrial equipment and automation manufacturing
• Electrical contractor

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Solicit sales and sell goods or services
• Show and describe goods or services
• Record customers' orders
• Resolve product and service related problems
• Prepare and administer sales contracts
• Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
• Promote sales to existing clients
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Identify and solicit potential clients
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Assess client’s needs and resources to recommend the appropriate goods or services
• Develop reports and proposals to illustrate benefits from use of good or service
• Deliver sales presentations
• Conduct sales transactions through Internet-based electronic commerce
• MS Office
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Power tools
• Lamps and lighting fixtures
• Building materials (other than lumber)
• Home electronics

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• MS Outlook

Equipment and machinery experience

• Gears

Area of specialization

• Electrical

Sales experience

• Industrial machinery and equipment
• Electrical and electronic equipment
• Consulting services
• Construction materials, tools and equipment

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel regularly
• Valid driver's licence

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Excellent written communication
• Client focus
• Adaptability
• Collaborative
• Goal-oriented
• Integrity
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude
• Proactive
• Quick learner
• Time management

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Wellness program