Sales Consultant

Canon has been at the forefront of digital imaging solutions for more than 80 years. We’ve established a diverse culture that’s made us a respected and successful industry leader. Canon’s corporate philosophy is Kyosei: all people, regardless of race, religion, or culture, harmoniously living and working together into the future. We have been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s best employers for diversity. Each year, we demonstrate our ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability by participating in programs that support this philosophy and our Environmental Charter. Since 2019, Canon Canada has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, an award that recognizes employers leading the way in creating a culture of environmental awareness We’ve adopted to the new world of work by introducing multiple workstyles to compliment our philosophy of belonging. We have high expectations of ourselves - and of you. We expect you to contribute from Day 1. We want your career with us to be a journey, and we provide the tools to help you succeed and have a valuable role in Canon’s story. We offer **comprehensive health and wellness benefits, learning and development opportunities, recognition programs, and other perks**. Join our team and reap the rewards as we take Canon to the next level **Sales Consultant - Professional Markets** Do you excel in your ability to think and act strategically? Enjoy leveraging your knowledge of the business and industry to make connections and build bridges toward a sale? Can you flip perspectives and approach challenges differently by considering the "bigger picture" and best practices? Are you particularly adept at recognizing and capitalizing on new opportunities to drive sales? If so, then read on because we are looking for someone just like you to join our Strategic Markets Division. As a Sales Consultant, you will be accountable for the discovery, development and implementation of photo, video, large format printers and emerging technologies into markets typically not serviced by existing retail channels. You will be responsible for cultivating new business opportunities and showcasing Canon’s broad and diverse range of products and solutions. **Key Responsibilities**: - Develop avenues and channels for new photo, video, large format printers and emerging technologies business by creating lead generation tactics in targeted verticals - Develop strategies and solutions for specific markets and industry verticals utilizing Canon imaging products. - Become a market expert and understand client needs - Establishing and maintaining strong and influential customer/clients relationships to maximize product sales opportunities **To Succeed You Will Need**: - Completed post-secondary education (college or university) - 3-5 years business strategy/business development experience preferred - Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communicator, high energy individual, proactive thinker - Self-starter, able to adapt to new work environments quickly, perform well under very tight deadlines - Results oriented with a demonstrated track record of identifying & securing new business opportunities - Well developed research and strategic analysis skills - Passion for cutting edge technology and a technical aptitude - Bilingualism in English & French is an asset - Exceptional presentation skills, strong communicator - ability to "cold call" **Why Join?** **FIELDWORK** - The Sales Consultant-Professional Markets is an outside face-to-face sales role. You will only report to the office if there is specific business needs, such as training, team meetings, etc. (work schedules and office reporting requirements may change from time to time based on business needs) **BENEFITS** - Comprehensive health coverage plan that includes medical, dental and vision - Life insurance, disability and wellness programs - Vacation, Paid Personal Time and Sick days - Matching RRSP contribution & Profit-Sharing Program - Tuition Assistance Program for professional continuing education - Discounts on Canon products, retailers, memberships and more **EMPLOYEE PERKS** - Employee referral program - Inspire Program, online peer-to-peer recognition for redeemable points on hundreds of products - Community involvement - Employee Appreciation Events **Language requirement**: - This position requires French as it is in the province of Quebec. Canon’s headquarters are in Ontario, and employees are based in numerous provinces. As such, English (written and spoken) is an asset as internal communications between colleagues, management may occur in English or French. **COVID-19 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS** - Canon is committed to the health and safety of our employees, customers and communities. - An important part of our workplace safety program includes our COVID-19 vaccination policy. Employees are required to be fully vaccinated and must provide Canon with proof of vaccination. Canon will provi