Territory Sales Manager - (Kaycan) Ottawa

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

HERE WE ‘GROW’ AGAIN!

On July 29, 2022 Saint-Gobain completed the acquisition of Kaycan, a manufacturer and distributor of exterior building materials in Canada and in the United States. With this acquisition, Saint-Gobain reinforced its worldwide leadership in light and sustainable construction by becoming the top siding player in Canada we are excited to add new complimentary products to our already broad offering of exterior building solutions.

We are presently looking for an experienced and result-driven Territory Sales Manager-Langley for our retail and wholesale market.

Here’s what you’ll be responsible for in this role

Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, a Territory Sales Manager is responsible for gaining market share in the assigned territory. Primary duties include selling, prospecting customers, servicing and growing sales to existing accounts, attending trade shows, conducting product presentations, and maintaining superior customer relations. This position is primarily focused on increasing sales, customer procurement and retention.

Responsibilities:

• To sell company products and actively manage assigned customer accounts.
• Provide superior customer service to all existing and potential customers.
• To become a product expert and actively use the knowledge to grow sales.
• To establish and maintain key industry and business relationships.
• To identify and solicit new business opportunities, including cold calling.
• To inform client base of all marketing initiatives and promotions.
• To inform and train operations staff on product and sales knowledge.
• To participate and aid in the product training of new employees;
• To utilize the technical tools available in order to provide the sales team customer information, sales call information, competitive market analysis and planning (e.g., as sales reports, CRM programs, etc).
• Collaborate with marketing department on all facets of product marketing, social media initiatives and all related sales activity.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Here is what’s important to have to apply:

• 2+ years outside sales experience, building industry experience preferred.
• Experience selling to builders, contractors and remodelers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, organized and motivated, with passion for sales.
• Strong smart phone and computer skills.

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

What we offer…

• Besides a great work culture where we work hard, while trying to have fun with various events, regular companywide activities geared towards our employees and a strong safety culture
• A competitive Sales Bonus Incentive
• Company car and cellphone , plus a gas card
• Excellent healthcare benefits package
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial Security: Competitive RRSP plan
• Volunteer Day off: Give back to the community – each employee has one paid day a year that they can use towards volunteering their time and effort with a registered charity.
• LiveWell Program: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle.
• And more!

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants upon their request. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Job Reference: CAN01116