Showroom Sales Representative

At Golden Windows we are a proudly Canadian, family owned, windows and doors manufacturer based in Kitchener, Ontario. Founded in 1961, we have a highly skilled, craftsman-oriented workforce that produces energy efficient aluminum, wood and vinyl windows and doors distributed across Ontario and the United States.

At Golden Windows our success is directly linked to our culture; what we believe, how we behave and the outcomes we produce.

Our core values of Caring, Integrity, Teamwork and Work Ethic are the foundation that engages our hearts and minds and helps us execute our vision and mission every day.

We are currently looking for a *Showroom Sales Representative* to join our *Sales Department*.

The Showroom Sales Representative, under the direction of the Regional Sales Manager, is primarily responsible for greeting customers and providing guidance and advice on the purchase of windows and doors for new construction or renovation projects.

The Showroom Sales Rep will generate sales, advise customers on the use and care of merchandise and provide advice concerning specialized products or services.

This role will participate in merchandising and promotional activities and must maintain a high level of customer service at all times

• JOB RESPONSIBILITIES : *
• Respond to in-person, telephone and email customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Provide detailed product information and make visual presentations to retail customers.
• Review customer plans and requirements thoroughly to determine window / door requirements.
• Provide support and direction to customers to ensure that customers’ needs are addressed in a timely fashion and issues are resolved satisfactorily.
• Keep the showroom organized and tidy and make merchandizing recommendations
• Prepare quotes for customers to review and follow up to get final sale
• Provide support to Territory Sales Representatives.
• Provide support for trade shows as required.
• Provide break / lunch coverage for Reception and other duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.
• EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE : *
• Training within the Construction Trades, Construction Technology program or Interior Design program would be beneficial
• Minimum of three (3) years proven sales experience within building trades, preferably millwork

Experience reading blueprints and completing material take-offs considered an asset.

• ATTRIBUTES : *
• Superior selling, communication, and negotiations skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Constantly changing job priorities requires strong organizational and time management skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Additional pay :

Commission pay

Benefits :

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement :

French not required

Schedule :

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience :

• sales : 1 year (preferred)
• Customer service : 1 year (preferred)

Work Location : In person