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OSSO Electric Supplies is a division on Sonepar Canada and is a member of the world’s largest privately-held electrical distributor, Sonepar is present in more than 30 countries with approximately 2,100 locations and 30,000 employees.
We have grown significantly over the years thanks to organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Our businesses are each unique and we foster an opportunistic spirit in our company every day. We stay true to our entrepreneurial roots with our decentralized organizational structure and independently run divisions. Sonepar Canada has over 1,500 employees working out of 90 offices between our six distinctive labels.
Each of our family companies are all independently run because our customers deserve personalized treatment, tailored to various industries and clientele. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all – we operate based on the needs of our customers and the ways that they do business. We serve the commercial, industrial, utility, and residential markets across the country. We pride ourselves on our values and place an emphasis on respect. Our customers, our suppliers and our employees are the heart of our company.
Green Performance: With Blueway.ca we’ve built a community of interest supporting eco-friendly behaviour and the creation and use of sustainable electricity. We are leading the initiative by being a reliable information source and facilitating online discussions.
SCOPE OF POSITION
The Commercial Account Manager is to establish a solid base of business in the commercial markets selling to medium and large contractors by offering a full range of electrical products including power distribution and lighting products.
Awesome potential for growth with our International Distributor Consortium.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
• Developing strong business relationships with key commercial contractors
• Total involvement in commercial engineered project closings, as well as account development and planning.
• Account Managers will also be totally involved in the annual budgeting process and be responsible for setting Sales, Margin and Expense budgets in conjunction with The Branch Manager.
• Work with Management and Outside Sales team to achieve branch sales & margin goals
• Prepare customer quotations: enter orders, and follow up on leads and quotes as required.
• Co-ordinate price levels and acceptable profit margins by discussion and communication with senior management and sales representatives. Provide competitive information on price and service levels when possible to senior management. Provide reports and budgets as required.
REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum 5-7 years Commercial (Contractor Base) Sales with an Industrial background essential. • Outside sales (Account Management) preferred • Experience/Exposure to Electrical and or The Electrical/Automation wholesale industry an added advantage!
- Community College Diploma or University preferred. • Strong organization skills and Microsoft Office Knowledge required.
COMPENSATION
Total compensation will be a competitive base salary with Group Benefits including medical with Vision Plan, pension, education support, and a joint investment plan. Candidates interested in this opportunity should email their resumes to: rick@oslerhr.ca. Please ensure your resume filename contains your lastname. e.g. Jones-Resume.doc
Osso Electrical Supplies is a wholesale Electrical Distributor and a division of Sonepar Canada. We are a privately owned, independent group of wholesalers and a leader in the distribution of electrical and safety equipment. With over 100 branches in six provinces and 1000 dynamic employees, Sonepar serves the residential, commercial, industrial and utility markets across the country. We pride ourselves on our values and place an emphasis on respect; our customers, our suppliers and our employees are the heart of our company.
Please take the time to learn about our company at www.SoneparCanada.com and our BlueWay initiative.
Thank you for taking the time to apply for this opportunity. We recognize the effort it takes. We review EVERY resume submitted. We would like to reply to each and every applicant, however, time simply does not permit it. We will reply to candidates whose resume matches our needs.
