Hardscape Sales Representative - Ottawa, ON
Job ID: 516509
Permacon, a CRH Company, is a leader and pioneer in the manufacturing of concrete masonry and landscaping products. Permacon is a division of Oldcastle APG and operates 9 plants in Ontario and Quebec.
About the Role
Reporting to the Vice President of Sales, the Sales Representative will be responsible for achieving sales targets by nurturing existing relationships and developing new business opportunities with hardscape professionals.
This role involves building strong customer connections, offering technical support, managing projects, and ensuring high-quality after-sales service. You will also maintain CRM records, expand your professional network, and represent Permacon at trade shows and promotional events.
Main Responsibilities
- Customer Engagement & Support - Ensure presence and visibility with customers
- Build and maintain relationships with distributors, installers and landscape designers
- Assess customer needs and provide tailored technical assistance
- Educate customers on proper installation of products
- Deliver exceptional after-sales service and manage customer claims
- Sales Operations - manage & grow sales through strategic account planning and process
- Monitor and support new construction projects
- Schedule and conduct client meetings
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities
- Negotiate contracts and agreements
- Market Development (prospecting) - identify market gaps and develop plans for strategic growth
- Participate in trade shows, dealer and showroom events
- Stay informed about competitor activities
- Maintain accurate records in Salesforce CRM
- Minimum 5 years of sales experience, preferably in building products
- Strong communication, prospecting, and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Bilingual (French and English)
- Valid driver's license
- Willingness to travel overnight occasionally
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- Competitive compensation (base salary, commissions, and bonus)
- Dental and vision insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- RRSP and DPSP with up to 5% employer contribution
- Employee assistance program
- Company vehicle allocation and fuel card
- Employee discounts
- Opportunity to grow within a large, dynamic organization
- Be part of a dynamic organization
If you're passionate about sales and hardscape solutions, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of outdoor living with Permacon!
Permacon values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and individuals living with disabilities.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion