Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution and processing companies in North America servicing customers primarily in Canada and the United States. The company conducts business in three metals distribution segments: metals service centers, energy products and steel distributors.

A.J. Forsyth, a division of Russel Metals Inc. is a full line service center, which is strategically located throughout British Columbia with locations in Greater Vancouver, Nanaimo, Surrey and Prince George. For a more detailed look into the Nanaimo facility visit our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNjqZjPldXk

Reasons to Join Our Team!

• Competitive base salary + commission on day one!
• Profit-sharing plan
• Benefits program
• Pension plan
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Various incentive and recognition programs
• Bonuses

Thinking to relocate? Think of Vancouver Island!

• International airport
• Top ranked university
• Colleges
• Less than 25 km from Vancouver accessible by ferry, seaplane, or helicopter
• Excellent outdoor activities without the congestion and stress of a major city.
• Minimal traffic and low commute times compared to other major cities across Canada
• The most temperate climate of all of Canada is on the island!
• Nanaimo Ladysmith School District has nearly 15,000 students in 28 elementary schools and 8 high schools offering incredible primary, secondary and French immersion options

A.J Forsyth is currently seeking an individual for the position of Inside Sales Representative in our Nanaimo, BC location. We are looking for a self starter who has superior communication and organizational skills and is driven to provide outstanding customer service. This is a salaried, full-time, permanent position.

Hours of work include: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm (40hrs per week).

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Grow the revenues and the profits in accordance to the business plan.
• Identify and maximize all sales and market development opportunities.
• Ensure outstanding customer service is provided by developing rapport and strengthening relationships with all customers.
• Monitor, evaluate, and make recommendations with respect to lost sales opportunities to continually improve upon sales results.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills in dealing with external and internal customers.
• Liaise with purchasing department to ensure sufficient product is available to meet customer demand.
• Identify slow moving products to establish targets for reduction.
• Ensure processing sales productivity and gross margin continually improves by developing relationships to meet customer’s tolerances, deliveries and quality.
• NO COLD CALLING!

You and Your Experience:

• All levels of experience will be considered!
• Hands on Training Provided!
• Outgoing personality with excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with individuals from all levels of a company.
• Experience moving contracts and programs throughout all levels of a company would be considered an asset
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience within a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and time managing within that environment
• Post secondary schooling will be considered an asset

We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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