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Panel Sales Representative

Vernon, British Columbia

Our Panel Sales Representative has an eye for the market and a passion for building strong customer relationships. With a focus on strategic product planning, sales performance, and customer service, they are a key player when it comes to maximizing returns for Tolko’s Strand Based Business and representing Tolko Marketing and Sales in a professional manner. If this sounds like the challenge you’ve been looking for, read on to learn more.

We’re looking for a Panel Sales Representative to join our Sales and Marketing team. Our head office houses Tolko’s corporate services groups including Sales, Marketing & Logistics, Finance, Accounting & Credit, IT, Procurement and Human Resources.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Three to five years’ relevant experience in sales, marketing, customer service, or a related business environment.
• Post-secondary education in business, forestry, or a related field is required.
• A strong understanding of the forest products industry and the ability to apply market knowledge to sales strategies and customer decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage frequent interruptions and competing priorities.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making, with the confidence to negotiate, resolve customer concerns, and support business outcomes.
• A resourceful team player who can work collaboratively with internal teams while being independently effective.
• Strong computer skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, mathematical aptitude, and strong negotiating skills.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don’t have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role, you will:

• Support the strategic objectives of the Strand Based Business Sales Department.
• Maximize net return through effective product planning, sales strategies, and ongoing monitoring of market conditions and competitor actions.
• Use Tolko’s Machine Hour Contribution model to help ensure strong net margin returns for the Strand Based Business.
• Target markets, geographic regions, and customer segments that will yield above-average returns over the medium term.
• Develop, maintain, and service an account base for Strand Based Business products across North America.
• Work with the sales team and sales coordinator to develop weekly and periodic sales lists for external customers.
• Manage finished inventory levels with consideration for inventory costs, market conditions, and product deterioration.
• Provide regular updates to internal customers on market trends, customer feedback, and program effectiveness.
• Negotiate fair settlements of customer claims on behalf of the business units.
• Coordinate with production and transportation teams to support effective product flow from the mill to the customer.
• Bring your ideas, changes, and improvements forward to support innovation and Tolko’s strategic plan.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting challenge with supportive team members in a business area that is focused on customers, markets, and results.
• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $, to $, per year.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.