Who we are?

Richelieu Hardware is a North American leader and a change agent in a creative and dynamic industry. We are an importer, distributor, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products.

Our customers – Over 120,000 customers in North America: manufacturers of kitchen and bathroom cabinets, storage and closets, residential and office furniture, residential and commercial woodworking, as well as hardware retailers including large renovation centers.

Our team – 3,200 people, of which nearly half are dedicated to sales and marketing and over 50% are Richelieu shareholders.

How about joining a leading company in specialty hardware in North America, publicly traded and with continuous growth for 50 years!

Richelieu Hardware is seeking to fill a permanent Specification Representative position for Montreal’s South Shore and part of the Island of Montreal.

The Specification Representative will be responsible for developing the Richelieu brand and securing specifications for our products. The role coordinates all aspects of the specification process

More specifically, the main responsibilities of the position are to:

• Develop strong relationships with architects and designers.
• Position the company and its products within architecture and design firms, resulting in specifications and sales.
• Provide product training and updates to the A&D community, primarily through product presentations.
• Maintain documentation, databases, and call reports using High Gear (call reporting tool).
• Respond to all specification requests.
• Manage specifications throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Track projects within the assigned territory.
• Communicate with inside sales staff and management to coordinate product sales.
• Promote the Richelieu brand across all facets of the design and specification channel.
• Foster a high‑performance culture by setting clear expectations and individual goals, focusing on key success factors, and communicating these expectations to the team responsible for closing specifications and driving sales

Requirements :

• University degree in a related field or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• At least 1 to 2 years of experience in a specification‑focused role.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional yet pragmatic attitude.
• Ability to easily translate strategy into action.
• Results‑driven and action‑oriented.
• Committed to achieving company objectives and embracing Richelieu’s culture.
• Team‑oriented, able to work effectively with employees at all levels.
• Sound judgment and the ability to remain calm in a fast‑growing environment where demands can shift quickly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to qualify prospects through effective networking and relationship‑building.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication abilities.

What we offer

• A Canadian flagship: As a company with proud roots in Quebec but present in Canada and the United States, we enjoy excellent recognition and a great reputation.
• A mature and stable company: With more than 50 years of experience in the market, we offer the trust and organizational strength needed for a safe working environment.
• Continuous growth: With strong financial health, our business is constantly expanding, opening future opportunities for all.
• Competitive compensation: We offer competitive base compensation based on the market.
• Opportunity to become a shareholder: We believe in the involvement of our employees and offer them the opportunity to become shareholders.
• Work-life balance: We value a healthy and flexible work environment, allowing everyone to achieve a work-life balance.
• Quality products: We are committed to offering products of exceptional quality, thus satisfying our most demanding customers.
• Opportunity to grow: We encourage career opportunities and continuing education for the professional development of our employees.

Are you interested in this position? We invite you to visit our corporate website at https://www.richelieu.com/emplois to submit your

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, we will only communicate with candidates selected for the pre-selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for the pre‑screening process will be contacted.
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