Board and Panel Outside Sales Representative

About the role

Richelieu Hardware, a North American importer, distributor and manufacturer of specialty hardware serving over 120,000 customers, is hiring an Outside Sales Representative for its Calgary, Alberta branch. The role focuses on growing sales of the company's wood products within an assigned territory and acting as a trusted advisor to customers.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, prospect and develop new business opportunities within your territory
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with existing customers to secure loyalty and repeat business
• Develop in-depth knowledge of the product portfolio, including wood product solutions for woodworking, construction and related industries
• Hold in-person meetings, give product demonstrations and presentations, and negotiate to close sales
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets while maximizing profitability
• Monitor market trends, customer needs and competitor activity
• Work with internal teams so orders are processed and delivered smoothly and customer issues are resolved quickly

Required profile

• 3 to 5 years of experience in outside sales and/or business development, with a proven ability to prospect and grow new accounts
• Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated, results-driven, able to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

What we offer

• Competitive base compensation based on the market
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• A stable, growing company with more than 50 years of history
• Flexible work environment supporting work-life balance
• Career opportunities and continuing education

Applications are submitted through the company's careers page; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.