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WESCO Representative - Outside Sales - Safety Solutions in Calgary, Alberta
As a Representative – Outside Sales, you will be responsible for driving new business development while growing existing customer relationships. You will identify and develop new prospects, promote safety solutions , and work with assigned customers to increase sales and profit across the company’s products and services.
Your role will focus heavily on face-to-face selling , consultative account management, and uncovering opportunities where safety improvements can reduce risk, improve compliance, and add value for customers. You will engage with all levels of customer organizations, including technical, operations, safety, supply chain, and executive management .
Responsibilities:
Assess customer needs and suggest products, services and/or solutions and ensure a smooth sales process.
Executes and expands assigned customer account plan(s) which is developed in conjunction with management.
Executes on billing margin initiatives through value added services, marketing programs, and supplier engagement.
Prospects potential customers, including cold calling and developing leads through referral channels.
Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and suggests products and services to meet those needs.
Demonstrates the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs.
Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale.
Maintains communication with existing and previous customers, alerting them of new products, services, and enhancements that may be of interest.
Utilizes sales management tools for sales planning, supplier planning and documenting opportunities.
Develops and grows product knowledge through Wesco and supplier training.
Develops strong relationships with suppliers, including performing regular joint sales calls.
Provides quotations directly or in conjunction with sales support team.
Qualifications:
Valid Driver’s License, with a satisfactory driving record required
High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
Prior sales experience required, outside sales preferred
Two years of industry experience preferred
Ability to travel to current and potential clients and suppliers
Ability to work flexible schedule and occasional overnight travel
Excellent sales and negotiation skills
Ability to develop and deliver presentations
Strong interpersonal skills
Effective communicator both written and verbally
Ability to work in team environment
Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills
Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques (Preferred)
Ability to travel 50% - 75% of the time
Working Environment: Outside Sales – Work is generally performed in an office environment, but employee may need to travel to customer sites or warehouse facilities. Driving may be required for an extended period of time with frequent stops and starts. Can be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
** This role includes the opportunity to earn commission in addition to base salary, with earnings tied to your individual sales performance.**
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Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.
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Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.
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