Plumbing Account Manager

Plumbing Account ManagerAre you sales motivated? Do you have the ability develop long term relationships with customers? Are you consistently in search of business opportunities? If so, we are currently in search of a sales-orientated person to join our team! You will be responsible for all outside plumbing sales, quotes, and after-sale service.Your major focus will be on growing our business by calling on and servicing an existing account base as well as developing new accounts in the plumbing sales industry. Travel may be required within the region.WHY WORK FOR US Company paid benefitsEmployee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)Profit sharingRRSP matchPaid sick daysCareer growth#GIVEBACK ProgramPersonal Milestone Recognition ProgramSafety shoe reimbursementPerkopolis PartnershipEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramEmployee discounts on plumbing, electrical and heating products OUR MISSIONSupplying the right solutions at the right time with our expert customer care throughout Western Canada.OUR VISIONBe the preferred wholesaler by providing superior customer experiences.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responding to inquiries and processing incoming calls and ordersContacting current customers and identifying new products and potential up-sellingEntering orders into the system and closing ordersSourcing materials for customers when currently not in stockOpening new accountsMaintaining knowledge base on current products and learning about new productsProviding product information, pricing quotations, and follow-up on quotesDeveloping and maintaining positive customer relationshipsEnsuring that customers are satisfied with order taking, product, pricing, deliveries, and overall serviceWorking closely with others to ensure customer needs are met SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES Exceptional customer serviceAbility to warm up and develop instant rapport with potential customers, develop long term relationships and generate referrals from your customersExcellent interpersonal & communication skills, both verbal and writtenImpeccable organizational skills with attention to detailTime management & multitasking skills to serve several customers at the same timeStrong networking skills, outgoing personalityExcellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, POS, Email)Self-motivated; able to function effectively both independently and as a member of a teamProven ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a fast-paced work environment EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Minimum grade 12 education requiredCandidates should possess a minimum of two years’ sales experience (counter sales, inside sales, or outside sales) requiredPost-Secondary courses in Plumbing preferredSkilled in serving and negotiating with institutional and industrial purchasers, plumbing contractors, and the publicKnowledge of the plumbing industry or a background in plumbing products would be considered an assetValid driver's license is required Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal record check and drivers abstract. Employment is subject to screening completion that is satisfactory to Bartle & Gibson. $55,000 - $65,000 Bartle & Gibson is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive wages and opportunity for advancement from within the organization.