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Account Manager
GMS Canada · Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
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In short
The Account Manager is responsible for driving sales by managing commercial client relationships and providing tailored building material solutions. Key duties include drafting project quotes, conducting jobsite visits, and ensuring material needs are met through effective communication and follow-up.
What they're looking for
MUST-HAVE SKILLS
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Candidates must possess broad knowledge of building supplies and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. A valid driver's license and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, are required.
About the employer
GMS Canada
When the first GMS company opened its doors in 1971, customer service was and continues to be the cornerstone of everything we do. In total, we distribute over 20,000 unique products from the industry’s leading manufacturers, across the nation. In addition to gypsum wallboard and acoustical products, we supply a comprehensive inventory of other building materials, including FRP boards, metal framing, insulation, exterior insulation and finish systems, ready-mix joint compound, tools, and various other related interior construction products.
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At GMS Canada, we strive to keep entrepreneurship a key point by allowing each individual distribution centre to operate independently with local management to best respond to the needs of its customers and market. This people-first approach is at the heart of everything we do. Our highest priority is investing in relationships and serving others. Not only do we prioritize these relationships, but also, we passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. You can never go wrong, doing the right thing. The GMS Canada in-market companies delivering solutions to you every day: Arrlin Interior Supply | www.arrlin.com BC Ceiling Systems | www.bcceilings.com Blair Building Materials | www.blairbuildingmaterials.com Core Acoustics | www.coreacoustics.ca Costa Building Supplies | www.costabuildingsupplies.com D.L. Building Materials | www.dlbuildingmaterials.com DL/Rigney Building Materials | www.dlrigney.ca Home Lumber & Building Supplies | www.home-lumber.ca Oldershaw Builders' Supply Company | www.oldershaws.com Shoemaker Drywall Supplies | www.shoemakerdrywall.com Slegg Building Materials | www.slegg.com Watson Building Supplies | www.watsonbuildingsupplies.com Yvon Building Supply | www.yvonbuildingsupply.ca Yvon Insulation | www.yvoninsulation.ca
- INDUSTRY
- Wholesale Building Materials
- COMPANY
- Public Company
- FOUNDED
- 1971
- HEADQUARTERS
- Vaughan, Ontario
- SIZE
- 1,001-5,000
- OFFICES
- 50 on LinkedIn
- OPEN HERE
- 2 roles
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Questions about this role
- Is this GMS Canada role remote?
- Tagged on site.
- What does it pay?
- The posting lists CA$65,000–CA$80,000 a year.
- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 2-5 years.
The posting, in full
As an Outside Contract Sales Representative, you will be instrumental in driving sales by managing relationships with commercial clients, understanding their project needs, and providing tailored building materials solutions. Your role will involve effective communication, collaboration with external partners, and achieving sales targets.
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Position Purpose
As an Outside Contract Sales Representative, you will be instrumental in driving sales by managing relationships with commercial clients, understanding their project needs, and providing tailored building materials solutions. Your role will involve effective communication, collaboration with external partners, and achieving sales targets.
Starting range is $65,000 - $80,000, plus incentive pay.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide superior customer service.
- Draft project quotes, enter delivery orders, place special orders, and assist in purchasing.
- Build strong customer relationships through jobsite visits, reliable call backs, follow-up on deliveries.
- Awareness of project timeline to foresee material needs.
- Follow sales leads by reviewing Trade Publications/Notices and attend Sales Team meetings to grow your business.
- Be a source of knowledge and willing to learn about new building materials.
- Participate in quarterly inventory counts.
- Take pride in your work environment, keeping your work area/vehicle clean and presentable.
- Respect and obey safety policies and procedures in our yard and on jobsites.
- All other duties as directed.
Minimum Qualifications
- A broad knowledge of building supplies is necessary.
- Building code and best building practices knowledge an asset
- Valid Driver's license with clean abstract
- Available to work a variety of hours including weekends.
- Competitive spirit and results driven.
- Computer skills - Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel Able to multi-task and prioritize.
- Self-motivated and detail orientated. A positive can-do attitude is essential!
Job Location: GMS Family of Locations - Regina
2203 E Emmett Hall Rd Regina, SK S4N 2Y3
SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, is committed to providing equal employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to any ground protected by applicable human rights legislation, including but not limited to race, colour, sex, gender, identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age (except as provided by law), religion, ethnic or national origin, or disability.
If you require an accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability, please contact Human Resources at 855.556.3221, or by email at: HR@Help.SRSDistribution.com with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.
Employment offers may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check that could include a criminal reference check with law enforcement authorities, a verification of your academic credentials and an employment verification with former employers, as permitted by law.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, Group RRSP, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.
Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (“Agency”), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.
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