Architectural Specifications Representative (Entry Level) Vancouver, Bc

ARDEX Americas (www.ArdexAmericas.com), is the Global industry leader in the manufacturing and development of high-performance specialty building materials.

We have an opportunity for an individual interested in developing a career as an ARCHITECTURAL REPRESENTATIVE (entry level) , as part of our WESTERN CANADA team, with a focus and home residence of VANCOUVER . You will have a 4-year college degree in a business or industry related field, together with familiarity with architectural specifications and construction and/or design elements. In addition, you will have strong research and lead follow up skills, confident presentation skills, and an exceptional eye for detail (specification writing).

Approximately 70% of time will be focused on Vancouver. Approximately 30% travel (including some overnight).

Key Responsibilities

• Follow up qualified opportunities by means of email or cold call to acquire further information. Route qualified opportunities or information to the appropriate sales professionals for further development and closure.
• Schedule appointments and conduct meetings/presentations to various persons or firms with the goal of driving sales opportunities through specification acquisition.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively, professionally, and proactively with all areas of the business including other fellow territory sales professionals, architectural team, technical team, marketing, and customer support.
• Support the Global Project Services team, Identify GPS project opportunities, report GPS leads into A4C and to GPS regional coordinator.
• Attend, participate and/or work trade shows, training sessions, sales meetings, educational seminars and/or regular meetings for professional associations as suggested and/or approved by Management.
• Utilize lead provision software to identify, communicate, and track project opportunities. Update A4C accordingly and provide a full detailed report on a weekly basis.
• Identify secure and maintain ARDEX product specifications with architects, specifiers, designers, engineers, and or other end-users.
• Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with architects and designers, engineers, and end users within assigned territory.
• Support the Level Master Elite, Preferred Partner, Choice Contractor network through sales calls, lead distribution and by acting as a liaison for all key project players when required.

Required Experience

• Excellent communication and writing skills
• A high level of energy and enthusiasm for the business and be customer driven and professional
• Excellent analytical, organizational, listening, and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to effectively travel throughout assigned territory, including some overnight travel
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to undertake periodic travel to the U.S.
• Experience with building products or flooring installation products
• Ability to effectively present in front of large groups
• Some architectural and specifications experience
• Familiar with architectural specifications and construction and/or design elements
• Strong interpersonal and persuasive skills
• Must possess a current, valid and unexpired drivers license with a clean driving record
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Team, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the Internet is essential. CRM experience is advantageous.

Education

• Four (4) year college degree in a business or industry related program

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company phone and laptop
• Holidays (11 paid)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan and more!
• Discount Programs
• Car allowance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Extended Health Care Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Keyword: Architectural Representative, Architectural Specialist, Building Materials, Ardex, specification, Spec