Leavitt Machinery is one of the fastest growing material handling equipment dealerships in North America. With an entrepreneurial spirit, mission-driven approach, and customer-focused mindset, Leavitt has achieved consistent growth over the past 25 years.
Leavitt Machinery is now an integral entity within the Venturis group of companies, an integrated and expanding network of businesses, including over 60 branches and 1400 employees across Canada and the USA. Venturis Capital strategically invests in visionary and values-driven organizations, with expertise in the material handling equipment industry.
With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and flexible work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work.
The Opportunity
Leavitt Machinery is looking for a driven Product Sales Specialist to join our team in Edmonton, Alberta. As the Product Sales Specialist you will be responsible for the planning and execution of sales and business development in your assigned territory, with a focus on selling industrial cleaning equipment (sweepers and scrubbers). This position will be based out of our Edmonton branch, however; you will spend most of your time meeting with potential clients outside of the office.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
As the Product Sales Specialist your key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the sales strategy in your assigned territory, including prospecting for new business and maintaining strong relationships with existing customers
- Conducting on-site equipment demonstrations and presentations
- Developing expertise in selling industrial cleaning solutions
- Tracking pertinent customer information in CRM
- Managing client relationship through all phases of the sales cycle
- Delivering data-driven, customized, and solution-oriented sales pitches
Required Skills & Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:
- Post-secondary education in Business, Sales, or Marketing
- 3 to 5 years of experience in an outside sales role, ideally in a comparable industry (construction, industrial, machinery, or comparable)
- Prior experience in industrial cleaning equipment sales a strong asset
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook and Excel
- Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written communication
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers
- High motivation and resilience, with the ability to consistently achieve goals while operating both autonomously and as part of a team
- Strong organizational and planning skills, negotiation skills, and problem-solving ability
- Valid driver’s license required
- Travel within the territory as needed
Benefits & Perks
Leavitt Machinery Canada is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees, including an employer matching RRSP plan:
- Company paid medical health care plan for you and your dependents
- Dental plan, vision plan, and prescription drug coverage
- Annual health care spending account
- Life insurance, disability insurance, and travel insurance – 100% employer paid
- Sick leave plan – 100% employer paid
- Employee assistance programs
- RRSP matching
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
The compensation package for this role is: $50,000 annually, plus uncapped commission.
This is an onsite role based in Edmonton, Alberta.
Leavitt Machinery & Venturis would like to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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