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All positions will be posted on this website for 30 days unless otherwise requested.

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OUTSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Since 1959, Canadian owned Mitten Inc. has been an industry leader in quality vinyl siding exterior home products.  With branches across Canada serving the siding industry and retail lumberyards, we are currently seeking an Outside Sales Representative reporting to our Regina, SK Sales Branch. 

Responsible for selling and promoting our product line to a wide range of accounts and customers the successful incumbent will be responsible for sales and business development activities and for achievement of personal sales targets within an assigned territory. 

Candidates should possess 3 – 5 years previous industry related sales experience.   Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong initiative and well-developed negotiation, project and account management skills are required.

Mitten provides a positive work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.  If you would like to join a Canadian success story that believes in the value of its workforce, please send your resume in confidence to: 

Ms. Connie Barnard, HR Manager,

225 Henry St., Building #5,

Brantford, ON N3S 7R4

or fax: 866-290-0889 or

email: cbarnard@mittenvinyl.com

Mitten Inc. hires on the basis of merit and we encourage all qualified persons to apply however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  No telephone calls please.  Deadline for submission of resumes is Friday, September 17, 2010.

www.mittenvinyl.com

September 7, 2010

Window & Door Salesperson

Estimator / Designer

PRIMARY FUNCTION/OBJECTIVE

The window & door estimator/designer develops plans to meet customer requirements and estimates the cost of materials and labour.  He or she develops plans and specifications for new home and /or commercial construction and renovation projects, compiles lists of materials from blueprints or customer requests or specifications.  He or she may take part in sales calls, and regularly estimates the cost and quantity of materials and labour necessary for specific projects.  The estimator/designer must perform all assigned tasks with sufficient speed and accuracy to avoid adverse impact on the level of service to customers and to avoid placing a disproportionate burden on other employees with similar job tasks.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Explain the need for and the proper use of materials to the customer.

• Up-sell features and benefits to customers.

• Understand and be able to explain building code requirements to customers.

• Prepare lists of materials based upon blueprints or customer specifications.

• Accommodate the customers prescribed consumer budget.

• Manually/Electronically estimate both the material and labour requirements for projects.

• Supply customers and / or management with accurate estimates on a timely basis.

• Customer site visit calls as required.

• Make regular site visits to projects to maintain effective flow of product to project as well as address any concerns.

• Participate in meetings training sessions, conferences, etc., when appropriate.

• Suggest changes in rules, policies and / or procedures when you believe such changes would improve efficiency, profits, sales, overall operations, and / or morale.

• Work on special projects when they are assigned by your supervisor after determining a mutually agreeable degree of priority in the context of your other responsibilities.

• Ensure all required paperwork is completed properly and in a timely manner so as not to impede the flow of operations.

• Ensure all displays and display product are in proper working order and clean at all times

• Create an effective filing system to ensure proper documentation and tracking of product and projects

• Work on additional duties and assignments as assigned by management.

• Work in a safe manner in accordance to provincial and federal safety legislation, as well as use of good common sense.  Report any potential hazards and unsafe behavior to management in order to have the situation corrected.

• Follow safe job procedures as outlined in the Company Safety Manual.

EDUCATION/SKILLS REQUIRED

• Ability to work co-operatively in team atmosphere.

• Communicate effectively with employees, management, customers, and suppliers.

• Read, comprehend, and interpret information relative to your position presented in written and printed formats, as well as pertinent data stated in numerical and / or statistical form to prepare designs and estimates promptly and accurately.

• Operate equipment necessary to this position safely and efficiently including computer, drafting software, FAX, telephone, etc.

• Have experience and understanding of designing, estimating, and blueprint reading.

• 1-2 years experience in the construction industry.

• Excellent mathematical skills.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports directly to store owner/manager.

Hauser Home Hardware Building Center
6809 48th Avenue; Camrose, AB
T: (780)672-8818
F: (780)672-8809

780)672-8809
jill@hhbccamrose.ca

August 30, 2010

OUTSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE

EDMONTON

Consolidated Gypsum Supply Ltd. is an Alberta based building supply company serving builders, contractors, and the general public for over 30 years.  Headquartered in Edmonton our branch offices are located in Edmonton, Red Deer, Calgary, Canmore, and Saskatoon. 

Our Edmonton West Branch is searching for an ambitious, customer focused individual to assume the rewarding role of Outside Sales Representative!

Opportunity:

Reporting to the Edmonton Region Sales Manager, you will be responsible for creating new business as well as manage existing accounts. Role specific accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• Identifying prospects and increasing market penetration
• Assist in developing sales forecasts
• Maintenance of customer files and preparation of call reports 
• Recommend the addition of new products and the modification or deletion of present product
• Aggressively seek new customers
• Maintain and increase sales volumes

Skills/ Qualifications:

To ensure you are successful in this role, the ideal applicant must have:

• Minimum grade 12 education
• Previous sales experience in the building supply industry. 
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills are key in this role.

Consolidated Gypsum employees enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation
• Attractive benefits plan
• Access to internal and external career development programs;
• RSP Plan

• Career opportunities in a wide variety of disciplines and operational areas
• Company vehicle

Submit Resumes quote reference #E1-075 to:

resumes@consolidatedgypsum.ca

August 17, 2010

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SALES MANAGER - SASKATOON

Consolidated Gypsum Supply Ltd has served builders and contractors for over 30 years.  Consolidated has branch offices in eight locations delivering throughout Alberta, North Central Saskatchewan and parts of British Columbia.  Our branch offices are located in Edmonton, Red Deer, Calgary, Canmore, and Saskatoon.

We sell a wide range of products from outside finishing products such as stucco and shingles to interior finishing products such as drywall, insulation and textures. 

Opportunity:

Reporting to the Director of Sales, you will be responsible for the overall direction of the Sales Department within the Saskatoon Region as well as your own sales accounts.  Role specific accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• Direct the sales team in Saskatoon.
• Coach staff levels on the sales desk and outside sales representation.
• Maintain and increase sales volumes of assigned accounts.
• Solicit orders from present and prospective customers.
• Aggressively seek new customers.
• Carry out merchandising programs as directed.
• Accumulate pricing, discounts and terms offered by competitors in our field.
• Assist in development of sales forecasts.
• Recommend the addition of new products and the modification or deletion of present products.
• Attend, plan and participate in sales meetings, training programs, conventions and trade shows
• Implementing selling prices and providing sales objectives
• Approve travel and selling expenses
• Review related monthly reports.
• Additional duties may be assigned by the Director of Sales

Skills / Qualifications:

To ensure you are successful in this role, the ideal applicant must have:

• Minimum five years sales management experience within the building supply industry
• Proven hands on sales experience within the building supply industry.
• Strong working knowledge of MSOffice
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills will be considered an asset.
• Ability to prioritize. 

Consolidated Gypsum employees enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation
• Attractive benefits plan
• Access to internal and external career development programs;
• RSP Plan

• Career opportunities in a wide variety of disciplines and operational areas
• Company vehicle

How to Apply: 

Please send your resume quoting Reference # S1-074 to

resumes@consolidatedgypsum.ca

August 17, 2010

INSIDE SALES/ ORDER DESK – Calgary

McIlveen Lumber Industries (Alta.) Ltd. was established in 1972, supplying high quality Cedar and Industrial clear lumber to the retail and manufacturing industries. McIlveen has continued to become a front runner in the wood products industry providing a wide range of industrial lumber products. Reporting to the Calgary Branch Manager the Inside Sales Representative responsibilities will be:

• Provide customer assistance and furnish information to customers about products and service
• Taking orders over the phone, email and fax
• Assist walk in customers by providing product / purchase advise
• Accurately and timely entering of orders
• Maintain a knowledge of our products, applications and competitive information
• Support Outside Sales Representatives in exceeding existing customer requirements and expectations
• Follow up on orders and provide delivery updates to customers
• Attend builder / dealer functions from time to time as required
• Other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Experience in the building materials or lumber wholesale industry
• Minimum 1 year experience in customer service / inside sales
• Self motivated individual with the ability to multi-task during high volume call times
• Good communication skills, excellent telephone manner and excellent customer service attitude
• Experience in purchasing would be an asset

To apply, please email your resume with brief cover letter identifying your interest in the position and salary expectation to:

McIlveen Lumber Industries (Alta.) Ltd.

Attention: Ross Elgert, Calgary Branch Manager

rosse@mcilveenlumber.com

Only those interviewed will be contacted.

August 16, 2010

You’re just what we’ve been looking for.

We’ve been waiting for an ambitious, hard-working person just like you. We need help providing our progressive rural customers with the products and services they need to keep working hard.

BUILDING SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Position # HR10-307

Hanna, AB

You serve our customers to ensure they get the building products and services they need, by ordering and arranging for all materials required for building projects or packages. Your day will include pursuing all leads for sales of buildings through farm calls, phone calls, personal contact and marketplace awareness and assisting customers in planning projects.

When UFA is supplying labour, you will supervise all stages of construction to ensure work is progressing to standards, schedule and specifications. You will work with the Marketing Coordinator to develop marketing and advertising plans in conjunction with the Store Manager as well as sell building packages and building supplies to UFA members and customers.

You will directly sell, or be a resource for the sales of other products or packages requiring building material knowledge or expertise.

Qualifications: You have a Grade twelve diploma with 5 - 7 years of related experience or post-secondary diploma or certificate with 1 – 2 years of related experience. You are knowledgeable and experienced in all phases of farm building and housing construction, direct sales, reading blue prints and estimating buildings. On site construction or contracting experience would be an asset.

Interested? Please reply via email or in person, quoting the position #, to:

Hanna Farm Store

601 1 Avenue W

PO Box 1029

Hanna, AB T0J 1P0

E-MAIL: work@ufa.com

Thank you for taking the time to find out more about UFA at www.UFA.com

August 16, 2010

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Edmonton based wholesale lumber company is looking for an experienced sales representative

Kodiak Forest Products is an established Alberta based wholesale lumber company servicing the retail building and industrial sectors within North America with lumber and lumber related products.

• Applicants must possess extensive knowledge of lumber products with a strong desire to be successful in a very challenging and rewarding industry. 

• Ideal candidate would have an established account base which would be rewarded with an above average commission structure. 

• Applicants may establish and work from a satellite office. 

• This is a commission position where the rewards are directly proportional to the effort put in. 

• Potential for equity position exists with this highly progressive independent firm.

Please reply in strict confidence to:

David Cherniawsky

Kodiak Forest Products Ltd

780 – 496-9939 phone

dave@kodiaklumber.com

August 5, 2010