Sales Consultant

BETTER MOBILITY FOR LIFE Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. In North America Savaria operates 8 direct offices including Western Elevator in Coquitlam British Columbia. At Western Elevator, a division of Savaria, we are an industry-leading residential elevator and commercial lift company dedicated to excellence in accessibility solutions. Recognized as one of the top companies in the lower mainland B.C., we specialize in selling, installing, and servicing a variety of lifts, including residential elevators, wheelchair lifts, and stairlifts. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented salesperson to join our team. Position Summary The Salesperson would be responsible for handling all daily sales operations with the sales team. It’s a mature experienced position reporting directly to the Sales Manager. They would be part of our small team responsible for handling their own key accounts but also developing new sales opportunities. Our business is both a b2b and b2c (we sell directly to builders and to homeowners). Our ideal salesperson has in-depth knowledge of the sales process, excelling at lead generation and networking through the professional community (architects and builders), relationship building, and a strong belief of the CRM system. We’re seeking a quick learner with strong negotiating skills, and someone with a track record of success who can inspire the same in others. This position is 100% on site at Coquitlam, B.C. Competitive base salary and lucrative uncapped commission structure with OTE for year one $80,000 - 90,000 and year two $100,000 and above. Responsibilities * Directly handle key accounts. * Work with the sales and general manager to ensure booking and quote objectives are met. * Work with the sales team to plan sales strategies, review pipeline and ensure margins are being respected. * Oversee our CRM to ensure leads are promptly and activity followed up thorough-out the entire sales cycle. * Carryout and attend AIA learning seminars and networking builder events * Attend weekly project meetings to ensure all stages of the project management are being met from equipment release, customer billing, application of permit ETC * Review commercial sales contracts and negotiate the removal of damaging terms. * Assist with onsite project management to assist the customer through the sales cycle while also coordinating construction of shaft way in collaboration with our field project manager. * Address and resolve any customer concerns. * Performs other duties as assigned. Mindset, Skills & Education * An Associate’s Degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Experience in construction trade or technical sales is a plus * Very competent IT skills including Excel, Word, Outlook and other MS products. * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required. * Good follow up and conflict resolution skills needed to close tasks and projects. * Some marketing flair is a plus & comfortable in networking environment/activities. * The ability to handle multiple competing priorities. Benefits * Health Insurance covering health, dental and vision. * Vacation and holidays * Great work environment This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, career-oriented individual desirous of being part of a large, evolving, and successful global organization with the ability to impact future success. This role is a chance to shape your career and the future of Savaria! Join us! Savaria provides equal employment opportunities and consideration to all qualified employees and applicants, including disabled individuals and veterans.

The Sales Consultant manages key accounts and develops new B2B and B2C sales opportunities through networking with architects and builders. They are responsible for overseeing the CRM pipeline, negotiating contracts, and coordinating with project managers to ensure successful equipment installation.

Candidates should possess an associate degree or equivalent experience, preferably within the construction trade or technical sales. Proficiency in MS Office and strong organizational and negotiation skills are required.

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Vacation • Holidays

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• Lead Generation
• Networking
• Relationship Building
• CRM Management
• Negotiation
• Account Management
• Project Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• B2B Sales
• B2C Sales
• Contract Negotiation
• Marketing

Minimum education

Associate degree

Minimum experience

2+ years