Sales Representative - Flooring

THE ROLE

We believe in the power of diversity and the power of teamwork. We need both collaborative and individual responsibility to organize effectively around our customer's problems.

The role requires someone who has a professional sales background in flooring or construction, is motivated and is excellent at building and maintaining relationships.

Reporting to the senior leader of the market, this role – Sales Representative – Flooring - is responsible for achieving the assigned sales goals in both dollar volume and profitability, while maintaining a high level of customer relationships.

WHAT DO WE OFFER

This is a full-time role that offers the ability to work both independently and with a dynamic team of people. If you have a strong desire to succeed in sales we have the vehicle for you to be successful. We pride ourselves on our corporate culture and work each day to live our values.

We offer competitive health benefits, wellness and healthcare spending accounts, and a holiday package that includes the week between Christmas and New Year’s off. You’ll also be getting in as we grow so growth opportunities abound if you exhibit the knowledge, expertise, and passion to grow with the organization.

This is a full-time permanent position, working out of our impeccably designed and furnished office. You’ll mostly work from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, with irregular or extended hours as projects demand.

THE DAY TO DAY

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting sales activities, including, but not limited to scouting and identifying possible floor covering opportunities with existing and new customers. The Sales Representative – Flooring – will also:

• Demonstrate the ability to either work alone or collaboratively with a supplier to secure the specification of the flooring
• Monitor the tendering process for the project
• Obtain drawings, review specifications and get any clarifications required
• Work collaboratively with all team members
• Negotiate pricing on all required products as needed and submit pricing and proposals to customer, including all terms and credit requirements
• Ensure clear and timely entry of all data into CORE, including all quantities, delivery requirements and specification required for Procurement to purchase the material
• Manage the project, including communication with Project Manager regarding timelines, processing of change orders, monitoring of on-site progress, passing along of any deficiency reviews and processing of invoicing
• Ensure strong customer relationships and continue to follow up as required on future opportunities

YOU BRING THE FOLLOWING

With a strong background in flooring/construction related sales, you will also have a demonstrated commitment to professionalism, integrity and sound judgment in conducting business transactions, all while providing a high level of customer satisfaction. A strong understanding of construction industry and Project Management and a commitment to building strong customer relationships is key. We are looking for someone who is passionate about sales and understands the sales cycle. Organizational skills to monitor multiple complex projects simultaneously is essential. Prior installation background would be considered asset. You will also be comfortable with systems and have excellent communication skills.

ABOUT US

Contemporary Office Interiors (COI) is a privately-owned MillerKnoll Certified Dealer, DIRTT Certified Construction Partner, Architectural Walls and Commercial Flooring provider. We have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto and a head office in Calgary. We prioritize people, productivity and value to create more than a place to work— we create a space to succeed.

We're proud of our half-century legacy as a company. Our talented people have brought us to where we are today. COI is and has been honoured to have a passionate team that's committed to creating exceptional spaces that inspire you to be your best.

We believe in the power of diversity and the power of teamwork. We need both collaboration and individual responsibility to organize effectively around our customer's problems.

Please apply directly to this posting. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.