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Sales Specialist

Richmond, British Columbia
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Competitive base compensation aligned with market rates
Opportunity to become a company shareholder
Flexible work schedule supporting work‑life balance

About the role

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 – 3,000 people, of which nearly half are dedicated to sales and marketing and over 50% are Richelieu shareholders.

We’re currently seeking a Territory Sales Representative to cover the Victoria and Vancouver Island region. In this role, you’ll be responsible for driving new customer acquisition and building long-term relationships to grow our presence in the market. How about joining a leading company in specialty hardware in North America, publicly traded and with continuous growth for 50 years!

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

  • Develop new business opportunities and maintain strong relationships with existing customers.
  • Visit customers regularly to understand their needs and provide solutions.
  • Increase sales by optimizing product selection and introducing new products.
  • Support customers with merchandising updates and product information.
  • Respond to inquiries about products, pricing, and services.
  • Participate in trade shows and sales meetings as required.
  • Prepare proposals, sales packages, and expense reports.
  • Keep customer records and prospect lists up to date.
  • Provide input to help shape development strategies and marketing plans.
  • Keep customers informed on product enhancements, changes, and innovations.

Requirements :

  • College degree in Marketing or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3–5 years of sales experience in a similar role.
  • Experience in wholesale distribution to industrial manufacturers (cabinet and millwork shops, door and window shops, casework, hospitality furniture, architectural woodwork, etc.).
  • Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal).
  • Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

The Ideal Candidate Is a Person Who…

  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and well-organized.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Comfortable with daily customer visits across the territory.

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.

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About Richelieu Hardware

Retail
1001-5000

Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Its products are targeted to an extensive customer base of kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, door and window, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores. Richelieu offers customers a broad mix of high-end products sourced from manufacturers worldwide. With over 130,000 product offerings, 82 distribution centers, 2 manufacturing plants, and a state-of-the-art field force that passionately serves over 90,000 customers, Richelieu continues to stand in the forefront of a dynamic and ever-changing industry.

As Richelieu is celebrating 53 years of successful business since our humble beginnings in 1968, we understand the significance of a strong set of Core Values. Richelieu stands behind these Five Core Values and serve as the guiding principles of everything we do: Customer Focus, Innovation, Performance, Respect/Integrity/Ethics, and Ownership.

These values are what provides Richelieu the strength to live out our daily Mission: Enable our customers to profitably grow their businesses through the design and creation of exceptional kitchens, closets, and storage spaces.