Sales Representative Western Quebec Eastern Ontario

IKO North America•Quebec, QC

3d•Remote

About The Position

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you! Founded in 1951, IKO is a privately held, family-owned company and a global leader in roofing, waterproofing and insulation for the residential and commercial markets. IKO continues to strive to be the most technologically advanced roofing manufacturer in North America. We are currently looking for a Residential Sales Representative to join our team of qualified professionals in the Western Quebec region and Eastern Ontario. This position requires that you plan and manage territory activities to achieve sales and market share growth utilizing approved sales and marketing strategy and tools while providing excellent customer service to all customers in territory. The Territory Sales Representative reports to the Regional Sales Manager and is responsible for sales and administration of their territory.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills
Proven ability to work effectively independently as well as in a team environment
Proven ability of calling primarily on the end user and performing “pull through” sales techniques
Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales goals
Good driving record with valid driver’s license
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office products

Nice To Haves

Prior sales experience in building products industry is preferred
Prior sales experience contacting roofing contractors, builders and/or architects is preferred
Prior professional sales training is preferred
2 or 4 year college degree in a Sales or Marketing related field is preferred

Responsibilities

Increase market share and strengthen relationships with existing accounts
Recognize new business opportunities and strategies based on customer needs to enhance company growth
Identify leads, manage prospects and acquire new business
Determine customer needs and propose appropriate solutions that contribute to meeting or exceeding business sales goals
Prepare and deliver sales proposals/presentations and following up with key decision makers
Develop and maintain an awareness of market behavior and competitive trends in order to respond accordingly
Develop relationships and grow sales with assigned distribution customers in territory
Frequently contact roofing contractors, remodelers, builders, and architects to drive demand for IKO products
Present products and programs to qualified distributors and end users on a weekly basis
Perform Product Knowledge (PK) training sessions with customers
Follow up on inquiries from customers or IKO administration in a timely fashion
Submittal of weekly Intelligence Reports in a timely fashion
Attend meetings, functions and company provided training as required
Investigation and processing of product quality complaints in territory
Adhere to all IKO policies and procedures, including Health and Safety and Vehicle policies
Any other responsibilities as assigned