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Interstate Batteries is currently recruiting for the position of Route Sales Manager. Responsible for servicing and aggressively expanding an assigned set of customers along a predetermined route, collecting money, loading trucks, selling batteries and maintaining displays. A class 1 licence is required. Some overnight travel is required in the province, but the position is Monday to Friday.
Job Components:
Sell new batteries
Invoicing, warranty reconciliation, collect money
Establish, build and maintain above average dealer relationships
Set up new accounts
Complete documentation on a timely basis
Rotate dealer stock
Qualifications:
Must have a clean drivers abstract
Class 3 or 1A drivers licence
Prior direct sales experience highly desirable
Good communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Able to make frequent, independent judgement decisions
Work environment:
Must be able to lift 50 pounds +
Some overnight travel required
Interstate Batteries offers a competitive wage that includes a benefit package. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply by email or fax. Phone calls will not be accepted at this time. We thank all that apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Essential Skills
- Document use
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
Transportation/Travel Information
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Additional Skills
- Professionalism in customer service
- Assemble, install and set-up merchandise
Specific Skills
- Transport and handle dangerous goods
- Sell products over established routes
- Plan travel schedules and routes
- Load and unload goods
- Pick-up and deliver various items and products
- Use maps and other trip planning aids
- Perform pre-trip inspection of vehicle
- Record trip information such as vehicle mileage, fuel costs and any problems
- Collect or make payments for goods
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Tight deadlines
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driving record check (abstract)
Weight Handling
- More than 45 kg (100 lbs)