Metrie is seeking a Sales Management Trainee/ Account Representative for our Woodbridge, ON location.
Why join the Metrie Team?
North America’s largest manufacturer and distributor of interior millwork producing and selling interior finishings. We have been steadily growing our footprint and industry leadership for nearly 100 years. Established in 1926, still owned by the founding family we continue to have the same focus on product excellence and a superior customer experience. We help people transform houses into homes. You’ve probably seen our products in the media featured on tv shows and magazines such as HGTV, Style At Home and House & Home, or by one of our Instagram influencers.
Why should you work for Metrie?
With us, you’re more than just a number. We work hard to create a home for our Metrie family where you are empowered to be your best every day. Your contributions matter to us! We take pride in our culture of learning, ownership, and one team, and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.
What will you be doing in the Sales Management Trainee Program?
The Sales Management Trainee is an entry-level position that offers the opportunity to begin the career with Metrie as an Account Manager post completion of the traineeship program. The incumbent will be responsible for providing inside sales support and other related services for the manufacturing facilities. In addition, the sales management trainees will be provided with exposure to leadership decisions that will have a major impact on the business. Part of the career development will be opportunities to work directly with our production teams to better understand our manufacturing process. The successful candidate will also be responsible for developing and maintaining positive customer relationships and keeping current on company products, sales procedures, and market conditions. The Sales Management Trainee will report to the Sales Manager of the region.
Work Location:The incumbent would mainly work onsite at our
Woodbridge, ONplant in partnership with the manufacturing team to provide on-site support with the end goal of delivering a world-class Customer Service experience.
What You’ll Do:
This position is a key individual contributor to the Sales & Manufacturing team, focused on achieving sales targets & helping to deliver a quality customer experience that is in line with the values of the company.
At a high level, you will:
- Provide oversight for day-to-day sales, margin, analysis, and customer relationships of Metrie’s manufacturing business and take responsibility to achieve the targeted budget.
- Provide ongoing support and training to our Manufacturing and Retail teams to drive Metrie’s NOI associated with internally manufactured products.
- Ensure Metrie penetrates selected geographic markets where it can profitably achieve a dominant market share through customer intimacy.
- Ensure Metrie profitably penetrates new and existing channels to enhance market power with customers and suppliers.
- Collaborate with production and shipment teams to ensure our customers receive the highest level of service.
- Work closely with the Sales team as well as liaison with the Production team to satisfy customer due dates.
- Maintain and keep current detailed records, reports, and customer data.
- Effectively represent Metrie’s interests when dealing with customers, the community, employees, and suppliers.
Who You Are:
We would love to hear from you if you have/ are/ can:
- 2+ years of Sales experience. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel and focus on analysis.
- Extroverted, warm, enthusiastic, empathetic stimulating communicator. Persuasive “selling” style and collaborative approach.
- Enthusiastic team member and extroverted communicator.
- Persuasive “selling” style and collaborative approach.
- Handle a variety of activities, and multiple projects occurring simultaneously.
- Have sense of urgency for achieving goals in a fast-paced environment.
- Focused team building approach; can inspire, motivate, and engage with internal and external customers.
- Prior CRM Tool training/ use is an asset.
- Prior sales/customer support experience is an asset.
- Prior SAP experience is an asset.
- Understanding of the building industry and construction practices is preferred.
What Metrie Offers:
- A collaborative work environment with a clear strategy and goals.
- Comprehensive benefits package - medical, dental, eye care and life insurance. Benefits start on your first day!
- RRSP - Up to 5% match, 100% vested after 12 months.
- Challenging and meaningful work, and the chance to participate on cross-functional teams across the company.
- Development opportunities - We recognized potential in our people and strive to offer various opportunities for advancement, training, and personal growth.
- Family-oriented culture, focused on putting our people first.
How to Apply?
Come work with us! Send us your resume by clicking "Apply Now". We look forward to reviewing your application!
Metrie embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and customers belong. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome any and all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team.
Metrie conducts pre-employment screening including but not limited to background checks and drug testing for all final candidates. All applications will be independently reviewed.
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