Technical Sales Representative

Technical Sales Representative

Lethbridge, AB T1J0N8

Posted: 10/20/ Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Wholesale and Retail Sales Job Number: ME Pay Rate: $- / year

Job Description

Select People Solutions is excited to partner with EFS Plastics in their search for a Technical Sales Lead. This is a senior, technically focused sales role for an experienced plastics professional who understands manufacturing processes and can translate that knowledge into practical solutions for customers.

EFS-plastics is a North American plastics recycling company specializing in transforming post-consumer plastics into high-quality recycled resins for use in a wide range of manufacturing applications. With facilities in Alberta, Ontario, and Pennsylvania, EFS-plastics combines technical expertise, innovative recycling processes, and custom resin solutions to help manufacturers incorporate more sustainable materials into their products. Their work supports a circular economy by diverting plastic waste from landfills and giving it a valuable second life.

The successful candidate will combine strong technical knowledge of plastics manufacturing or processing with proven relationship-building and business development skills. This position will support customers throughout Western Canada and the Western United States and requires approximately 50% travel.


What’s in it for You?
• Highly autonomous role with significant ownership of sales activities
• Opportunity to combine technical expertise with relationship-based sales
• Leading industry benefit package
• RRSP Matching
• Healthy work/life balance

Compensation & Hours:
• Competitive base salary plus commission
• Full time, permanent position
• Approximately 50% travel throughout Western Canada and Western United States
• Travel to Lethbridge, AB will be required for initial onsite training and biweekly meetings
• The preferred candidate would be able to work from the main office in Lethbridge but flexible/remote opportunities may be available for some applicants

Position Summary:
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers throughout the assigned territory
• Provide technically informed sales support, using plastics manufacturing and processing knowledge to understand customer applications, requirements, and challenges
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting, industry networking, referrals, and market research
• Work closely with customers and internal teams to recommend appropriate products, materials, and solutions
• Manage the sales process from initial contact and technical discussions through quoting, negotiation, follow-up, and ongoing account development
• Monitor customer needs, industry developments, competitive activity, and market opportunities to support continued business growth

Required Qualifications:
• Minimum 5 years of direct experience in plastics manufacturing or plastics processing
• Strong technical understanding of plastic materials, manufacturing processes, applications, and/or processing equipment
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical sales, business development, account management, or a customer-facing technical role
• Must reside in Western Canada and be able to travel approximately 50% of the time throughout Western Canada and the Western United States
• Valid Driver’s Licence, clean driving abstract, and valid passport

Bonus Points For:
• Experience managing a large geographic sales territory
• Experience developing new markets or introducing technical products to new customers

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Founded in , Select People Solutions is a locally owned, full-service recruitment, executive search, temporary staffing, and HR consulting firm. We partner with hundreds of companies throughout Southern Alberta to find them staff. Our goal is to provide job seekers with additional tools to connect them with meaningful employment opportunities, which is why we offer a range of employment options in our four divisions - agriculture, industrial, professional, and office. We look forward to hearing from you!

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