Montreal-based In-house Sales Specialist
6 days ago
**French description will follow**
**About Us**: Modern Event Furniture (MEF) is a global leader in the design and wholesale of innovative event rental furniture and décor. With a presence in nearly 30 countries and a brand-new manufacturing facility in Montreal, we are passionate about transforming events, one at a time. We are currently seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Sales & Relationship Specialist at our Montreal headquarters.
**Role Overview**:
Are you energized by a fast-paced, ever-changing environment? As a Sales & Relationship Specialist, you will:
- Handle inbound and outbound sales, developing strategic sales plans to consistently meet or exceed targets.
- Build and nurture relationships with event companies, serving as the face of MEF both in person and over the phone.
- Deliver exceptional service to local and out-of-town clients visiting the showroom, showcasing the MEF collection.
- Identify prospects, manage leads, and maintain impeccable customer records.
- Opportunity for international travel.
**What You’ll Bring**:
- A passion for the events industry with a customer-focused mindset.
- Experience in the event industry, along with an understanding of the local event landscape in Montreal.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Adaptability, patience, and a proactive, go-getter attitude.
- High energy and an entrepreneurial spirit that fosters creativity and innovation.
- The ability to multitask effectively and manage diverse responsibilities.
Must-Haves:
- Residency in Montreal or the surrounding areas, with a Monday-Friday work week (9 am - 5 pm). Based on industry events, occasional weekends or holidays may be required.
- At least 5 years of experience working at a venue, as an event planner, with a rental company, or as an event florist/caterer.
- A high school diploma is required; a college or university degree is preferred.
- Must be fluent in English and have a comfortable command of French.
- A valid passport.
- A warm, personable, and engaging personality.
This isn’t just a job—it’s an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of MEF's growth in the special events industry. If you are passionate, dedicated, and have the experience to back it up, we want to meet you
**Job Type**: Full-time
**Salary**: Compensation is commensurate with experience and industry knowledge/relationships, ranging from $50K to $65K, plus incentives.
- **À propos de nous**: Modern Event Furniture (MEF) est un leader mondial dans la conception et la vente en gros de mobilier et de décor innovants pour les événements. Présents dans près de 30 pays et avec une toute nouvelle usine de fabrication à Montréal, nous sommes passionnés par la transformation des événements, un à la fois. Nous recherchons actuellement une personne dynamique pour rejoindre notre équipe en tant que Spécialiste des Ventes et des Relations à notre siège social de Montréal.
**Aperçu du rôle**:
Êtes-vous motivé par un environnement rapide et en constante évolution ? En tant que Spécialiste des Ventes et des Relations, vous:
- Gèrerez les ventes entrantes et sortantes, en développant des plans de vente stratégiques pour atteindre ou dépasser systématiquement les objectifs.
- Établirez et entretiendrez des relations avec des entreprises d'événements, servant de visage à MEF en personne et par téléphone.
- Offrirez un service exceptionnel aux clients locaux et de l'extérieur visitant le showroom, en présentant la collection MEF.
- Gèrerez plusieurs tâches, y compris la gestion des échantillons et le soutien à la clientèle par téléphone et par courriel.
- Identifierez des prospects, gérerez les pistes et maintiendrez des dossiers clients impeccables.
- Aurez l'occasion de voyager à l'international.
**Ce que vous apporterez**:
- Une passion pour l'industrie des événements avec une approche centrée sur le client.
- Une expérience dans l'industrie de l'événementiel, ainsi qu'une compréhension du paysage événementiel local à Montréal.
- De fortes compétences organisationnelles et une attention particulière aux détails.
- Adaptabilité, patience et une attitude proactive et déterminée.
- Une grande énergie et un esprit entrepreneurial qui favorise la créativité et l'innovation.
- La capacité de gérer efficacement plusieurs tâches et de s'acquitter de diverses responsabilités.
**Exigences essentielles**:
- Résidence à Montréal ou dans les environs, avec une semaine de travail du lundi au vendredi (9 h - 17 h). En fonction des événements de l'industrie, des week-ends ou jours fériés occasionnels peuvent être requis.
- Au moins 5 ans d'expérience dans un lieu, en tant que planificateur d'événements, avec une entreprise de location, ou en tant que fleuriste/restaurateur d'événements.
- Un diplôme d'études secondaires est requis ; un diplôme de collège ou d'université est préférable.
- Doit être parfai
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