Architectural Sales Representative Jobs

Title: Architect and Design Sales Representative

Location: Vancouver, BC

Reports To: A&D Manager & VP Ontario

Experience/Proficiency: 5+ years’ experience in a similar role (a plus but not necessary for internal recruitment) Education: A college diploma or university degree in business, project management, interior design and architecture Hours: 40

General Description:

The ideal candidates must be able to work under minimal supervision as part of a dynamic team in a fast

paced, client-oriented sales environment. Handling clients with a high level of professionalism and courtesy is required while providing expertise and knowledge in the stone and tile industry to customers. This role requires strong business acumen along with a capacity to assist corporate promotion to architects, designers, dealers/re-sellers and end users in the generation of profitable sales.

Skill/Effort Requirements:

• Must have stone & tile industry knowledge

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role (a plus but not necessary for internal recruitment)

• Must have strong oral and written communication skills

• Must have great presentation skills

• Able to relate effectively and professionally with clients and team members.

• Must be people oriented

• Must have entrepreneurial skills

• Must be results-oriented

• Must possess strong computer skills

• A college diploma or university degree in business, project management, interior design and architecture

Responsibilities:

• Supporting customers by providing detailed information/specs on products

• Identify and build profitable long-term relationships with the architectural and design community

• Strategically planning, managing and participating in the complete sales cycle - prospecting, qualifying, presenting and closing on sales opportunities

• Strategically planning and developing new business opportunities by effectively networking with and developing new relationships with other professionals who will refer potential clients

• Creating and delivering design solution presentations

• Continually maintaining and building relationships with existing clients

• Estimating prospective opportunities for inclusion in formal quotations or tenders

• Providing post-sale customer service with respect to deliveries, warranty or deficiency claims

• Any other tasks and functions required