Inside Salesperson

**Position Summary**:
Reporting to the Director of Business Development, the Inside Salesperson will provide support to the Eastern Ontario estimating and sales team. They will work towards increasing the sales volumes of the team by coordinating the administrative work during tenders, setting up newly awarded projects and submitting required information to the customers. They will increase the market exposure and market shares by actively researching local tenders / projects and finding all bidders in every project. They will also work towards increasing efficiencies by coordinating the estimating and sales administrative activities as well as updating tracking sheets / tender websites and the bidding calendar.

**Essential Functions/Responsibilities**:

- Research bid opportunities online (e.g., Merx, RAQS, Biddingo, etc) to ensure that Mansteel Rebar is on top of all current tenders in the regions (Eastern and Northern Ontario)
- Create and maintain electronic project / tender files and bid list daily
- Download/Purchase Bid Package/Bid Documents/Front End Documents
- Inform Director of Business Development and Territory Manager of selected tenders
- Read, interpret, and understand tender specifications to identify important project requirements as well as special products, e.g., Stainless Steel rebar, epoxy coated rebar, galvanized rebar, GFRP rebar, stud rails, Welded Wire Mesh, smooth dowels, QVE, welding, bid bond, secret clearance, etc. - Internal Training will be provided
- Coordinate with the estimating department to ensure that a proposal number and an estimator are assigned, that the master sheet is updated, and that the team is made aware of closing dates, changes, addenda, etc.
- Input and continuous update of projects and client’s / bidder’s information on the bidding calendar and the master sheet, tender monitoring, continuous communication with the salesperson and estimating department
- Ensure that the bidder’s list is generated, complete and updated for every tender
- Generate project pricing sheet for custom-tailored quotes, assist sales team preparing bid documents and bid packages
- Prepare and solicit prices from special product’s suppliers, follow up with suppliers, receive quotations and save in project / tender files
- Support salesperson and estimating team by requesting tender extensions, as required, as well as further information needed to estimate and properly price the job, such as the construction schedule
- Communicate clearly and coordinate between estimators, salesperson, clients, and suppliers
- Assist in the preparation of project estimates, and budgets as needed
- Assist with project specific and general prequalification questionnaires, as required
- Coordinate bid bonds, as required
- Price small jobs in consultation with the salesperson, as needed
- Assist with handover of successful bid from estimating team to execution team. Initiate upcoming project work
- Notify suppliers of project changes, and initiate supplier’s PO’s when contract is awarded in coordination with the sales team
- Respond to all inquiries from clients and suppliers
- Provide other administrative duties as required, as well as other duties and responsibilities as needed from time to time

**Skills, Knowledge, Education, Qualifications and Experiences**:

- Project Coordination / Management experience an asset
- Experience working with external sales force and estimators
- Experience working in the construction industry
- Administrative / clerical experience
- Superior communication skills, both written and oral, positive attitude, and creative mindset
- Fluent in English and French with the ability to read, write and speak at an exceptional level Thinking and handling with focus on efficiency and costs
- Quick comprehension of technical and commercial aspects
- Sound computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Organized, strong work ethic and interpersonal skills, good attention to detail
- Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proven ability to work independently and in a cooperative team environment
- Initiative and flexibility with time and job duties
- Ability to work well under pressure, with a focus on deadlines, requiring mínimal supervision
- Must be able to communicate effectively with management, staff, and outside entities
- Always willing and interested in learning new skills

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kanata, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- sales: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location