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Field Product Specialist - Lower Mainland, BC
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You are responsible for the development of sales through building relationships with end users, advising them on current and new product introductions, organizing and delivering practical demonstrations, and educating end users about our products through their extensive product knowledge.
How Makita Supports Our Team Members
Competitive salary and incentive program Commission and bonus opportunities Company paid benefits (medical/dental/vision/employee assistance plan) RSP Plan Education Reimbursement Program Work life balance with paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave & personal days
What will you work on?
Establish, maintain, and grow relationships with targeted and strategic end users and end user organizations. Undertake product and market research as requested by senior management. Participate in events and shows that offer direct access to and with the professional / industrial end user community. Prepare monthly reports on activities and sales, that will be shared and communicated within Makita Canada. Actively solicit, support and work with strategic dealers on joint end user calls and other initiatives resulting in mutual benefit to the dealer and Makita Canada. Provide product training and demonstrations to end users and end user organizations as required. Other job-related activities, duties, and projects, as assigned.
To Be Successful You Will Have
High School Diploma or equivalent. A minimum of two (2) years of related experience in product demonstration/sales. Valid/Current Drivers Licence with clean driving record/extract required.
What you bring to the team?
Experience – construction, trades and/or experience in residential and or commercial building industry. Mechanical aptitude with solid knowledge and use of power tools. Communication Skills: excellent communication (oral and written) in a clear, concise, and professional manner. Interpersonal skills: relate well with people, effective/active listener, collaborate and work well with others. Teamwork: works cooperatively and effectively with a wide range of individuals, successfully builds relationships. Detailed Orientation: meticulous about managing your time, evaluating your priorities, and accomplishing your goals. Proficient in MS-Office; Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Travel
Extensive travel throughout the province and some nationally required. Overnight travel will be required.
Salary
$50,000.00 - $55,000.00 plus commissions.
Interested in Joining our Team?
Please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@makita.ca, with the subject line Field Product Specialist - Lower mainland, BC.
We thank all those who apply for employment opportunities, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require an accommodation.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity in our workplace. We are committed to providing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes in accordance with Human Rights and Accessibility Legislation.
Makita is committed to a human-centric hiring process. Please note that no AI tools are used to screen or assess applications for this position — every application is personally reviewed by a member of our team.
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About Makita Canada
Makita is a global leader in power tools, pneumatics, outdoor power equipment and cleaning technology for the construction, landscape & garden services, and cleaning industries. Our focus is Customer First – a simple concept and we get it. Our tools are designed and developed with the professional end user in mind and to answer a simple question: How do we make the job easier and more efficient for our customer?
We’re also a proud employer of Canadians across the nation since 1973 and always looking for new team members (see makita.ca for our latest posted opportunities). Our Head Office is in Whitby, Ontario; we also operate 2 distribution centers (Ontario and British Columbia), and 12 factory service centers, strategically located from Nova Scotia to British Columbia. Looking back on our history we are proud of our achievements and excited for the future and what it holds for our company.