Automotive Sales Representative - Dieppe, Canada - Sherwin-Williams

Sherwin-Williams

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Dieppe, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Number:

Dieppe, New Brunswick
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DIEPPE, New Brunswick
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CAN NB Dieppe Moncton 1493, DIEPPE
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Primary Location:Dieppe, New Brunswick E1A 6P8

Travel:
Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule:
Full-time

Posted:2/14/2023

Description:

Here, we believe there's not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there's a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward.

We'll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you to show us what you can do.

You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show

Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans.

The Sales Representative is responsible for developing sales in a specific geographic territory.

Duties include prospecting for new business and making calls to existing and new customers for the purpose of selling Automotive Finishes products, which include Sherwin-Williams labeled automotive paint and associated products.

Typical accounts include automotive body shops, production, and fleet shops.

Responsibilities:

Collect reliable customer/territory information and estimate individual customer potential.
Conduct competitive product comparisons and identify current competitors' strengths and weaknesses and S-W's competitive advantage.
Develop a strategy to grow sales and profits to key, potential, new and existing customers. Through the sales process, identify the customer's needs and develop solutions to profitably grow sales.
Develop a regular sales call schedule to ensure that the needs and expectations of the customer are met.
Utilize our Customer Retention Management System (CRM) to log all customer visits and track the progress of new accounts.
Develop a daily and weekly precall strategy to ensure time is properly allocated.
Conduct product demos to assist in selling/marketing of automotive refinishing products.
Identify ways to strengthen the business relationship with customers.
Maintain effective communication with sales manager on strategies and opportunities in marketplace.
Adhere to company safety standards at all times.
Additional duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a valid driver's license
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 100 lbs. on occasion
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required to effectively communicate and influence others
May work in areas where toxic, flammable, and hazardous materials are present

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must have at least 2 years in customer servicerelated position
Minimum of 1 year in sales related position
Ability and willingness to travel as needed
Previous record of effective management with regard to expense control, sales management, and directing personnel
Must be able to operate a computer and have proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Basic math skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Sales experience in coatings, automotive, or a related field
Outside sales experience is strongly preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Experience utilizing a Customer Retention Management System (CRM) to log customer visits and track the progress of new accounts
Previous experience conducting product demos to assist in the selling/marketing of products
Proficiency in developing a precall strategy to help ensure efficiency of time

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veteran.