Outside Sales Representative

**Sales Representative - Middle/North Vancouver Island F/T**

Monk Office Supply is a family-owned Vancouver Island company that has been in operation for over 74 years. Over the years we’ve grown to offer more than commercial office supplies:

- we design and install workspaces of all sizes;
- outfit customers with front-of-the-line technology;
- our print & copy centres offer an impressive array of services from business cards to posters to book binding;
- we offer a large selection of boutique and luxury stationery as well as a wide range of fine art supplies and custom framing services available in our retail stores and online.

To say we are passionate about what we do is an understatement - we seek to be the best in all aspects of outfitting our customers with the tools they need to succeed at work, at home, and at school. We are an award-winning locally owned and operated certified green leader, and we want you to join our team

At Monk, we recognize that each of our Team Members plays a vital role in the operation and success of our business. Our vibrant and inclusive teams reflect our core values both at work and in the community by:

- Creating **Amazing Customer Experiences** through a genuine passion for customer service
- Have a **Thirst to Learn** continuously through new product knowledge, training and bringing your ideas for customer improvements.
- **Respect for the Team** by acting with integrity and supporting meaningful customer and Team Member relationships.
- **Make a Difference** by being proactive, responsive, and flexible.
- **Love our Planet** by participating and contributing to our sustainable business practices within Monk and our communities.

We also offer several perks for our Team Members:

- **Team Member Pricing** - All team members have an account with Monk Office and are offered exclusive pricing on every single item we sell. Own what you love, and love what you sell
- **School Supplies** - To start the school year off on the right foot, every year during Back-to-School our Team Members with school-age children are offered $25 per child worth of school supplies absolutely free If you don’t have a child but know one who could benefit, you can nominate one to receive your credit.
- **Extended Benefits -**Team Members who work 20+ hours per week are eligible to enroll in our Life Insurance, AD&D, Long Term Disability, Health, Prescription, Paramedical, and Dental coverage. We also offer an unlimited Employee Assistance Program to help support our TM’s mental and emotional health as well as their physical health - you matter to us
- **Employee Referral Program** - You can receive a $150 referral bonus for anyone you send our way who joins our team and stays past their three-month probation period.
- **Discounted Bus Pass** - Sign up for a reduced rate monthly UMO pass with BC Transit (Currently available in Victoria only)
- **Volunteer on Us** - Take up to 8 hours paid per year to volunteer and support your community.
- **Tenure Recognition** - We recognize that all lengths of service are exciting, and that some years are extra special and deserving of celebration.
- **Environmentally Conscious Workplace -**Feel proud to know that Monk Office is a green employer and we’re always working on eco-improvements. Join our Eco Team and bring your sustainable ideas

**We are looking for a full-time, permanent Sales Representative to join our Team from Middle to North Vancouver Island**

Our Sales Representatives identify new business opportunities, facilitate smooth onboarding of new customers and accounts, and maintain/grow sales with existing customers. They provide an energetic and professional approach to determining the needs of customers with respect to office products, technology, and furniture in order to meet and exceed sales targets. Fostering our core value, “Create Amazing Customer Experiences,” our Sales representatives demonstrate to new and existing customers how they can enhance their business through the full spectrum of product and services that Monk Office provides.

This is a full time, remote position covering territory from Nanaimo to Port Hardy. Availability is required between 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, with occasional weekend or evening availability. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle as travelling through the sales territory is a requirement of the position.

**Who you are**:

- You have 3+ years’ experience in outside sales
- You have a professional and pleasant demeanor, are friendly and confident without being overbearing
- You’re motivated by results
- Follow-up and follow-through are as natural as breathing to you
- You have a “Yes, I can” attitude
- You have strong written and verbal communication skills
- You are a multi-tasker
- You are curious and inquisitive - you love to find out more and know how to ask questions to get details that provides an amazing experience for people
- You are willing to lea