Job Description

Sales Assistant The Laval Branch is seeking a fully bilingual Sales Assistant that will support all aspects of sales and rentals for the Quebec region, this position is geared towards someone who is interested in progressing into a Sales Representative role as part of their career path. Job Duties \xc2\xb7 Create links for every unit on equipment list to a folder with the unit quote template, cost sheet, line drawing, weights, and any other relevant information

• The creation of Purchase Orders for specific manufacturer\xe2\x80\x99s
• Update customer profiles, information, and contacts
• Receive walk-in customers, partake in sales calls
• Support Senior Sales Representatives
• MOT ownerships, licensing, and plating for new trucks
• Work on trade-in evaluations and make pricing recommendation

Prospecting:

• Cold-call prospects with leads that are generated by external sources
• Create and deliver qualified opportunities to Account Managers where appropriate
• Maintain and expand the company database of prospects
• Arrange product demonstrations where applicable
• Assist in creating RFP responses to potential clients
• Where necessary, support marketing efforts such as trade shows, exhibits, and other events
• Make outbound follow up calls to existing customers via telephone and email cross-sell
• Emphasize product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports
• Coordinate customer training as necessary
• Investigate and troubleshoot customer service issues
• Attend periodic sales training when applicable
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Post secondary education is required
• Must have own transportation
• Previous experience with SAAQ
• 2-5 years previous experience, preferably in the Heavy Equipment industry
• Strong knowledge of wholesale sales principles, methods, practices, and techniques
• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with customers
• Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong written communication skills
• Self motivated, with high energy and an engaging level of enthusiasm
• High level of integrity and work ethics
• Experience with customer relationship management software

Working Conditions

• Occasional travel may be required
• Ability to attend sales events or exhibits
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those candidates who fit the requirements of the role will be contacted. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• sales: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person