Outside Sales Representative

**Job Summary**
Apex Distribution Inc. is looking for a self-motivated, experienced Outside Sales Representative to join our growing team in Sarnia, Ontario.

Your role will be to exemplify our brand image as an ambassador and provide positive brand experiences to all customers

**Responsibilities**
- Generate sales through personal contact with walk-in and or telephone customers, repeat customers and sales leads
- Qualify new business prospects and build an active, high potential prospect list which will remain the property of the company at all times.
- Solicit and forward Sales Agreements to the Account Manager for approval and acceptance.
- Maintain a high level of service to existing customers; managing the customer relationship from contract execution through delivery to after sales service; and soliciting referrals from these customers, where possible.
- Keep accurate reports with respect to sales and prospects as instructed from time to time.
- Achieve quarterly sales quotas and the objectives of employment.
- Participate in corporate marketing activities, such as conferences, home and trade shows and open house events, as required.
- Maintain a high level of customer service.
- Participate in merchandising and promotional activities.
- Ensure accuracy in all transactions, inventory, and procedures.
- Participate in all manners of store maintenance.
- Maintain a high level of product and service knowledge.
- Maintain a professional appearance, demeanor, and attitude at all times.
- Performs other duties as required.

**Requirements**:

- University or college degree or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
- 3 or more years of direct work experience in a sales capacity.
- Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to make excellent sales to achieve performance in alignment with goals and objectives.
- Excellent customer service skills, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
- Motivated and creative team player.
- Computer literate with proficiency using basic programs such as Windows and Outlook.
- Strong knowledge of retail sales principles, methods, practices, and techniques.
- Strong problem identification and objection resolution skills.
- Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with customers.
- Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Excellent listening skills.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Self-motivated, with high energy and an engaging level of enthusiasm.
- Able to perform basic calculations and mathematical figures.
- Ability to occasionally travel and attend sales events or exhibits.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
- High level of integrity and work ethic.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle.

**Apex Distribution Inc. offers our employees competitive salary packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.**

Our comprehensive Employee Benefit Package includes:

- Extended Healthcare
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan
- LifeWorks Employee Assistance Program
- And more.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $120,000.00-$130,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Work Location: In person