Field Sales Representative - Toronto, Canada - A. Richard Tools Co.

Description

Field Sales Representative Reporting to the Ontario Sales Manager - The Field Sales Representative will represent the A. Richard product line in hardware, paint, and industrial stores. The territory coverage will include Central GTA (Brampton to Scarborough / Waterfront to Barrie)


Primary Responsibilities;

• To help maximize sales of A. Richard products in big box stores (Home Depot/Lowes/Rona/Home Hardware/PPG/Sherwin Williams)
• Develop strong and dependable business relationships with all customers
• Manage and grow existing business within the territory
• Provide training/product knowledge to accounts and their staff
• Physically merchandise/reset peg board displays at store level
• Continually suggest new merchandising and display options for A. Richard tools
• Introduce new products to existing and new customers
• Identify and solicit potential new customers
• Adhere to the guidelines and strategies developed by A. Richard Tools
• Carry out tasks in accordance with A. Richard Tools objectives and priorities
• Maintain client records, ensuring they are comprehensive and up to date at all times
• Participate in any and all trade shows as decided by A. Richard Tools
• Complete weekly call reports and monthly expense reports

Skills/Qualifications:

• College diploma in Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent
• 23 years of experience merchandising and/or selling to hardware, paint, and industrial stores
• Dealing directly with buyers of national accounts in the past is an asset, but not required
• Selling to Industrial and Distributor Accounts is an asset, but not required
• Bilingualism is an asset, but not required
• Excellent communication, problemsolving and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proficient in time management with the ability to organize and prioritize opportunities
• Valid passport is required to attend trade shows
• Selfmotivated and results oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills and a Team player
• Ability to resolve problems with a positive attitude
• Actively participate in strategic sales meetings
• Must own reliable vehicle
• Able and willing to travel overnight
• Ability to lift up to 20lbs
• Ability to stock merchandise and climb ladders
• Enjoy new challenges

Why Choose A


Richard Tools:

• We offer a competitive Salary
• Bonus programs that include annual performance / sales goals
• Benefits and Pension Plan
• Monthly internet / Cell phone / Laptop / Car mileage reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:
One location