Vacancies Industrial Coatings Sales Representative British Columbia
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About AkzoNobel
Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.
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The purpose of this role is to be the frontline sales person and technical service person who is responsible for the execution of agreed sales and profitability targets in a set territory established by the business by developing new business and expanding the business with existing customers. Along with providing technical service as the business requires inside and outside of the defined sales territory.
The assigned territory covers the Province of British Columbia with a primary focus on the Greater Vancouver Area and Lower Mainland. The ideal candidate will reside in or near the Greater Vancouver area. The role requires approximately 30% travel throughout the territory with occasional travel to the United States as business needs require.
- Annual base Salary of $80000.00 to $95000.00
- 35% Bonus based on personal and corporate performance.
- Vehicle Allowance of $800/monthly KM reimbursement
- 3 weeks vacation 5 personal/Sick days 2 company determined floater days.
- Pension Plan with employee contribution match
- Benefits including Drug Medical Life Insurance Paramedical (including massage) an more.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Telemedicine
- Physical Fitness Reimbursement
Strategic Sales & Account Management
- Manage an assigned sales territory and execute account plans aligned with regional and global business strategies.
- Identify strategic customers projects and key decision-makers and mobilize internal resources to support business opportunities.
- Develop and manage the commercial pipeline in CRM and deliver agreed financial and non-financial targets.
- Build and maintain senior-level relationships with existing and prospective customers.
- Coordinate and recommend pricing and identify cost-saving and business improvement opportunities.
- Independently plan customer visits and travel based on account priorities and business needs.
Technical & Customer Solutions
- Provide technical expertise product training and application support to customers.
- Develop coating specifications technical reports surveys and presentations.
- Conduct technical inspections and audits at customer locations.
- Identify prevent and resolve technical issues and manage complex customer complaints.
- Keep customers informed of relevant product developments applications and emerging technologies.
Business Development & Industry Engagement
- Develop and deliver presentations for customer meetings conferences seminars and trade shows.
- Strengthen customer relationships through ongoing business and industry engagement.
- Communicate key account activities opportunities and issues to Sales Management.
- Travel with customers when appropriate to evaluate new technologies and applications.
- Operate independently within established functional commercial and operational business guidelines.
Experience Certifications & Education
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the coatings industry preferably heavy industrial or marine.
- Minimum 3 years of sales or marketing experience preferably in industrial coatings materials or a related industry.
- AMPP NACE FROSIO Coating Inspector certification or equivalent.
- Bachelors degree preferred; relevant additional work experience will also be considered.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong communication interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to effectively engage customers peers and all levels of management.
- Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently manage multiple priorities and exercise sound judgment.
Effective coaching training and knowledge-sharing skills
- Ability to read and understand technical instructions procedures and safety guidelines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel PowerPoint Word email and electronic reporting.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership and safe work practices.
Travel & Physical Requirements
- Ability to travel more than 30% of the time including the ability to travel to the United States.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) at customer locations.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. stand or walk for extended periods climb and descend ladders and work in confined spaces as required.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. AkzoNobel is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where all employees feel valued respected and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you please contact note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability. #LI-KT1
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About Company
We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sik ... View more
