Our Story
Ames Tile & Stone Ltd. is a Vancouver born, Canadian company, founded by two brothers in 1912.
Fun fact: The partnership between the brothers lasted less than two weeks, but Ames Tile & Stone has lived on for over 100 years.
A family-owned business with a strong reputation built over four generations. Ames Tile & Stone is Western Canada's premier importer and distributor of high-quality ceramic and porcelain tile, luxury vinyl and complementary products.
We are a trusted partner in the industry, known for our commitment to exceptional customer service and delivering high-quality, design-forward solutions.
Family. History. Proud to be Ames Tile.
Why We Need You:
As the Outside Sales Representative you will be responsible for managing and growing an established account base while pursuing new business opportunities within the assigned territory. You’ll be key to increasing our market share, achieving sales growth, and meeting revenue targets by delivering top-notch customer service and leveraging your product knowledge.
Your responsibilities will include developing strategic plans to boost sales, collaborating with our A&D team, and staying informed about industry trends and competitive landscape.
If you’re passionate about building relationships, driving sales, and embodying professionalism and integrity, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do:
- Responsible for the maintenance and continued sales growth of the assigned sales territories
- Create, implement, and execute on a strategic plan to increase sales of existing accounts coupled with growing your territory with new accounts and business opportunities
- Cultivate, maintain and strengthen relationships with our new/existing customer base within the assigned sales territory
- As the Ames Branch Ambassador, promote Ames Tile & Stone with tile contractors, flooring dealers, builders, renovators and developers within the assigned territory
- Provide exceptional, industry leading customer service and product knowledge support in all your day-to-day interactions
- Establish and maintain dealer samples/displays within the assigned territory
- Educate customers as it relates to the products and services provided by Ames Tile & Stone
- Daily travel within the assigned territory to ensure that all customers are provided with the proper education and support for growth
- Through knowledge and service, be perceived as a partner and trusted advisor in our clients’ success
- Ability to establish and maintain daily territory work priorities while continuing to achieve positive territory growth
- Active participation, collaboration, and communication with the A&D team to collectively identify and pursue new opportunities and focus projects within the region
- Participate in Ames company events, industry events, and trade shows
- Work with the Branch Manager in the creation of a yearly territory budget
- Be a champion of Ames’ culture and unique value proposition, always acting with professionalism, honesty, and integrity
- Other duties as required
Who You Are:
- 2+ years of experience in sales. Construction and/or building materials experience a plus!
- Passionate & Energetic
- Motivated & competitive
- Team Player
- Loves to take on challenges
- Follows through
Ames Benefits & Perks:
- Work Life Balance Initiatives, Competitive Compensation
- Competitive Compensation
- Annual Profit-Sharing Program, Referral Bonuses, Company Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Benefits, plus a Health Spending Account
- Employee Family and Assistance Program
- Make a Difference Initiatives through the Ames Family Foundation
- Professional Development (Tuition Reimbursement)
- Hobby & Wellness Allowance, Community Service (Volunteer) Days
- Company Events (ft. lots of food), On-Site Starbucks Coffee Machine
- Ames Tile & Stone Discount (Friends & Family)
- On-Site Parking
- COR Workplace Certified, Best Workplace Certified Company!
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: Edmonton, AB
Work Type: Onsite (in person, because we enjoy spending time with each other and believe curiosity and creativity is more
Job Type: Full-time
Additional pay:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person