Sales Manager

Sonepar

$75K — $95K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • College/University Diploma in Business, Sales & Marketing, or technical focus preferred.
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in a Sales/Distribution role.
  • Previous management experience is necessary.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills are essential.
  • Familiarity with the industry is advantageous.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities required.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, mentor, and motivate sales, customer service, and support teams to enhance performance.
  • Develop and execute sales strategies to exceed revenue and margin goals.
  • Monitor and report on sales performance with regular analysis.
  • Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and key account portfolios.
  • Ensure effective training and development for employees.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers through regular visits and communication.
  • Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors to drive sales growth and product knowledge.

Benefits

  • Flexible benefits program tailored to fit individual and dependent needs, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending Account, and RRSP matching.
  • Employee Assistance Program and Tuition Reimbursement benefits.
  • Employee Discounts and clear career path opportunity.
  • Company paid Life Insurance, with employee paid disability options.
Full Job Description
Scope of Position:

The Sales Manager leads sales growth and business development in the Vancouver region. This role oversees regional sales strategies, monitors forecasts, and implements market initiatives to ensure consistent execution. The position includes coaching and developing direct reports while fostering accountability and excellence. Meeting and surpassing sales and margin targets is essential, as success in this role directly impacts regional performance and overall business growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead, coach, mentor, and motivate sales, customer service, and support teams to drive performance and engagement.
  • Develop, implement, and execute sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue and margin targets.
  • Establish, monitor, and report on sales performance through regular analysis (daily, weekly, and monthly).
  • Prepare and manage branch budgets, forecasts, and key account portfolios.
  • Ensure employees are properly trained for their roles and that training remains current and effective.
  • Participate in setting, tracking, and maintaining branch goals and operational objectives.
  • Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with key customers through regular calls and site visits.
  • Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors to increase product knowledge, awareness, and sales growth.
  • Maintain open, professional communication with vendors and promptly address customer issues or concerns.
  • Oversee sales, customer service, and administrative functions within the branch.
  • Conduct weekly sales meetings and address day-to-day personnel matters requiring management action.
  • Represent the company positively within the local market and industry community and contribute to strategic and future planning.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Requirements:

  • College/University Diploma required (Business, and/or sales & Marketing, or technical focus preferred).
  • Minimum 5-7 years of related experience, preferably in a Sales/Distribution environment.
  • Previous management experience required.
  • Proven leadership skills.
  • Previous industry experiences an asset.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)


Travel Expectations:

  • Must have your own reliable transportation.
  • Out-of-town travel may be required as needed.
  • When visiting customers within city limits, the expectation will be to come into the office in the beginning of the day and near the end of the day.
  • Most trips are scheduled and pre-planned, but there may be occasional trips with minimal notice.

Benefits & Perks
  • We offer a competitive salary, plus a full set of benefits, including:
  • Flexible benefits program allowing you to choose from options that best fit you and your dependents' needs. Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending Account & RRSP matching.
  • Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and a career path.
  • Regardless of your benefits program, you will receive company paid Life Insurance, and employee paid disability.


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