Territory Sales Representative

JOB SUMMARY

The Territory Sales Representative provides sales and service activities related to an assigned territory of customers to ensure that established sales objectives are achieved in Vancouver Island.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Present new products to Traditional Retail dealers and develop planograms, execute product refresh initiatives and store resets to grow sales and maximize product mix margin opportunity.
2. Advise distributor personnel on depth and breadth of ASSA ABLOY product inventories through physical check and review of system reports and ensuring they are supplied with product literature and all appropriate sales tools.
3. Maintain consistent call cycle to Big Box retail stores ensuring planogram and promotional execution and defective product procedures by store staff, third party merchandisers and by directly assisting where necessary to achieve sales success at store level
4. Manage reporting and performance of third party merchandisers.
5. Conduct training for store personnel as required and arranges product knowledge meetings for distributor personnel.  Occasional weekend support is expected
6. Assist with re-merchandising efforts for surrounding territories
7. Maximize market share and achieve forecasted sales targets within the territory
8. Improve and grow sales, secure additional store retail space through cross-merchandising and end cap placement, etc.
9. Remove defective product and placing/repairing POP material
10. Follow up on delivery or order problems as required to ensure the highest level of customer service
11. Provide daily, weekly and monthly tracking of store execution and promotional sell through
12. Attend promotional and grand openings to help educate customer and employees of ASSA ABLOY products
13. Assist corporate department with product evaluation, marketing plans etc. as requested
14. Assist in all regional trade shows, regional sales meetings, may assist other Territory Sales Representatives with special events, vacancies or other events
15. Maintain customer records for each assigned including purchase orders, credit approvals and follow up on credit issues, as required
16. Negotiate credit terms and maintain records according to company guidelines and policies for shipping errors, shortages, and defective products
17. Communicate with corporate departments promptly on all special requirements, questions, or issues that may develop
18. Communicate information to appropriate departments and management regarding competitive products, changes in accounts, and territory status in an expedient manner

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. 3-5 years of successful sales experience.
2. Secondary education, preferably in Business, or the equivalent combination of education and experience

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Intermediate to advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
2. Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
3. A strong work ethic, hunter mentality, love of sales, and the drive to get out in the field and support existing business and/or pursue new business daily.
4. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
5. Strong business acumen and the ability to use a consultative sales approach.
6. A customer-centric orientation and excellent relationship building skills.
7. A positive, energetic attitude, Initiative, drive, and out-of-the box thinking.
8. Understanding of the P&L process.

Preferred Qualifications

1. A bachelor's degree, preferably in Business.
2. in-depth knowledge of ASSA ABLOY Customers and strategy to properly plan and execute programs.

Why Build Your Career with ASSA ABLOY Residential Canada?

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and EAP starting day one
• Flexible Work Model: Hybrid schedule (in-office Tue–Thu, remote flexibility)
• Retirement Savings: Up to 5% employer match (RRSP/DPSP)
• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Parental Leave: Up to 17 weeks maternity top-up and 5 weeks for non-birth parents
• Career Growth: Ongoing training, development programs, and tuition reimbursement

Pay Range:

The expected salary range for this position is $55,466 to $87,161 per year. The final compensation offered will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity considerations. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may participate in incentive, bonus, and benefit programs offered by ASSA ABLOY Residential Canada.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work

performed by employees within this job/classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as

a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

ASSA ABLOY is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring an equitable and accessible workplace.

ASSA ABLOY welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidate taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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