Job Description

Positions 1 Diploma Professional Degree Shift Daily Job status Permanent Workplace Vancouver, BC Work timetable Full time Years of experience 3 to 5 years Rate To be discussed Date according As soon as possible

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER YOU

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SOPREMA is an international company specializing in the manufacturing of modified bitumen membranes. SOPREMA's product line includes roofing, waterproofing and air/vapour barriers. Present in over 90 countries worldwide, SOPREMA offers an exclusive sealing technology, designed with an extraordinary experience of over 100 years of innovation.

Why should you join our team?

Participation in profit sharing Shutdown at Christmas and all paid holidays Flexible insurance program (80% paid by the company after probation and up to 100% after one year!) Pension fund / 2 contribution options: + 3% employee - 3% employer
+ 5% employee - 4% employer
Social club Paid weekly Reimbursement for physical activities (according to internal policy)

YOUR ROLE IN OUR TEAM
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YOUR ROLE IN OUR TEAM

The Technical Sales Representative is responsible for the promotion, specification of SOPREMA products and systems to clients with the assigned territory. Also responsible for maintaining existing clients and the development of new clients for growth in the assigned territory. In addition, there are Field Technician responsibilities with in the region. These duties include support to the sales department and our client base for Roofing and Building Envelope systems installed on the different sites. Provide internal and external training related to the processes and recommendations of uses on Soprema products. Provide on site evaluation on installation of Soprema systems. Provide assistance as required on any potential leak call investigations, that may arise in our platinum warranty program.



The prime market areas included industrial, commercial and institutional construction segments. Clients included owners, corporate and property management accounts, architects, engineers, consultants, applicator/contractors, and distributors.


THE CHALLENGES WE HAVE FOR YOU
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THE CHALLENGES WE HAVE FOR YOU

Coordinate the efforts of the sales force and the relationship with our distributors, professionals; Develop plans for the local market for appropriate coverage of the customer types in order to effectively promote SOPREMA products; Arrange meetings, demonstrations or seminars that highlight SOPREMA products using events such as "Architectural Lunch & Learns" and Symposiums; Participate in industry trade shows, and industry association meetings and events; Analyze market issues and trends and make recommendations to the Regional Manager to adjust pricing, technical recommendations as required to obtain market share, while maintaining long-term strategies; Support to the sales department and Soprema client base for Roofing, Building Envelope and Below Grade. Provide internal and external training related to the processes and recommendations of uses on Soprema products. Provide on site evaluation on installation of Soprema systems. Provide assistance as required on any potential leak call investigations, that may arise in our platinum warranty program. Communicate, liaise and maintain a positive presence with industry professionals, including contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, specification writers and owners; Communicate and liaise with all head office departments providing a transfer of market information, market requirements and technical concerns; May require additional functions as directed by the Sales Director THE SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR
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THE SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Education :

Education in Business, Building or Materials engineering or in Architecture. Continued Education in sales training or industry related disciplines

Knowledge and Competences :

Bilingual (an asset); Extensive knowledge and experience in the construction and industry related markets in the assigned region; 3 to 5 Years sales experience in the construction market or another similar market; A working knowledge of the Building Envelope including Waterproofing and Air Barrier Markets, Knowledgeable in Spray Foam Insulation Ability to read architectural plans and specifications and draw simple construction details; Executive level presentation, selling and negotiating skills; Excellent listening and questioning skills; Excellent organizational and project management skills; Excellent time management.

Work conditions :

The Technical Sales Representative can expect some after-hours meetings and weekend activities as required to accomplish is duties; Daily work schedule can vary depending on circumstance; The Technical Sales Representative can expect to travel to outside areas of the local market within their territory or region and potentially in the United States as required. Must have valid drivers license and Canadian Passport

Physical requirements :

Excellent physical condition required. Regularly visits job site, climbing stairs and / or ladders to access roofs or below grade situations. Must be comfortable with heights as well as working on construction sites. * May actually require doing small demonstrations of product usage at job sites, symposiums or trade shows. This may require the use of specialized tools.