Account Executive - Outside Sales

Vestis Uniforms and Workplace Supplies | Canadian Linen & Uniform Service | Québec Linge Service D’Uniformes • Ottawa, ON

6d • CA$50,000 - CA$55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Canadian Linen is seeking an ambitious Account Executive (AE) to drive sales and advance within the company. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outside the office, possess a competitive spirit, and are strong, influential communicators. As part of a rapidly growing outside sales team, the AE will focus on securing new business and increasing market share. While uniform sales will be the primary focus, the role also involves selling linens and facility services to support company growth and meet increasing demand. Successful candidates will demonstrate tenacity, drive, speed, agility, coachability, adherence to a structured sales process, technological proficiency, customer focus, and the ability to influence and overcome objections.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license, proof of car insurance and a dependable vehicle
• Successfully pass Criminal Background Check
• Post-Secondary Diploma or degree
• Willingness to travel, including overnight travel and possible travel to the US.

Nice To Haves

• Business-to-business outside sales experience focused on new account generation
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management Systems - Salesforce preferred

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and advance with the company.
• Secure new business and increase market share.
• Sell uniforms, linens, and facility services.
• Meet industry-leading sales goals based on calls, appointments, and in-person prospecting.
• Adapt to a continuously adapting and growing industry.
• Complete a paid, comprehensive sales training program.
• Follow a structured sales process.
• Utilize laptops, cell phones, Microsoft Office, and a Customer Relationship Management System (CRM).
• Provide the ultimate customer experience.
• Overcome objections and effectively demonstrate the company's value proposition.

Benefits

• Job stability
• Competitive Pay Rate: Base salary + Commission + Bonus: Uncapped earning potential
• Great benefits and employee assistance program
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Company pension with employer match
• Ongoing training and mentoring
• Great teammates and collaborative work environment
• A consistently growing company that promotes from within

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree