Job Description

Are you looking to grow your career and knowledge in a fast paced, friendly, safety-oriented environment? Are you up for the challenge of elevating the customer experience through providing the best solution as a trusted partner for our customers?

Project Center Sales Representatives are sales professionals that partner with customers to fully understand their needs and assist in planning construction and renovation projects. As knowledgeable sales professionals, project sales representatives can make recommendations which solve customers\xe2\x80\x99 problems. It is fast-paced and engaging work, and it is extremely rewarding when customers give you with the sale because of your hard work.

Typical career next steps: more senior sales roles such as Contractor, Install, Commercial or Institutional Sales.

This position will be for out Kent Location at \xe2\x80\x93 85 Consumers Drive, Saint John, NB

For this position you will receive a base salary plus uncapped commission

Earning average:

$37,000 ($17.79/hr) - $46,000 ($22.12/hr) (including commission \xe2\x80\x93 uncapped)

What you will do:

\xc2\xb7 Drive sales through engagement of customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge

\xc2\xb7 Clarify and understand customers\xe2\x80\x99 needs and suggest the best solution(s) for their projects

• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions
• Take initiative and confidently direct customer interactions
• Achieve weekly, monthly, and annual sales targets
• Produce quotes, material lists and follow-up with customers

\xc2\xb7 Demonstrate high standards of safety and customer service

\xc2\xb7 Resolve customer challenges quickly and efficiently

• Continually learn about products and market conditions

What you will bring:

• A strong foundation in Sales and customer service

\xc2\xb7 Ability to solve problems and work with minimal supervision

\xc2\xb7 Excellent communication and team player

\xc2\xb7 Confident, persuasive, energetic and self-motivated

\xc2\xb7 Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and sales objectives

\xc2\xb7 Microsoft Office skills and willingness to learn new software programs

\xc2\xb7 A knowledge of building materials and the construction process would be considered an asset

\xc2\xb7 Ability to quickly develop a trusting relationship with new customers, and build rapport with existing customers by providing quality customer service and maintaining service standards

\xc2\xb7 Strong verbal and written communication (bilingual would be considered an asset French/English)

What we offer:

\xc2\xb7 A safe work environment

\xc2\xb7 Wellness program

\xc2\xb7 Scholarship and Bursaries

\xc2\xb7 Employee and Family Assistance Plan

\xc2\xb7 Employee discount

\xc2\xb7 Health and Dental Benefits

\xc2\xb7 RRSP contribution

\xc2\xb7 Continuous learning and Career advancement

Company Profile:

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. Our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior service, quality products and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values.

We employ over 3700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of the Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative which ensures our great product selection and pricing.

Kent Building Supplies is an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees, candidates, and customers.

If you have disabilities that require special accommodation please email,

To Apply for this Career Opportunity:

Worried you don\xe2\x80\x99t meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. At Kent we promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Apply Online today or drop your resume off in store!

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

Additional Information

• Posting Date: Aug 18, 2023

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