Outside Sales Representative

Posted 4 Days Ago
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Victoria, BC, CAN
In-Office
72K-120K Annually
Junior
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The Role
Prospect and acquire new customers, manage and grow existing accounts, process quotes and orders, provide product training, support accounts receivable, and gather market intelligence. The representative will build industry relationships, participate in local associations, and represent Ply Gem across Vancouver Island while meeting sales goals.
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Who We Are

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

Ply Gem Canada is a growing company in the building products industry backed by Cornerstone Building Brands, providing us with stability and strength in the North American market. Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of vinyl windows in North America with brands you’ve come to know and trust. We have endless building product options from standard to specialty to customized to whatever you’re looking for. But it’s our service capabilities that sets us apart.

At Ply Gem Canada, we strive to produce a continuous stream of market leading products and services. We are creative and seek to recognize, embrace and apply new ideas and commercialize them more quickly than our competitors. We relentlessly seek to raise the bar on our products and services. We establish a reputation for innovation, quality and service that differentiates us from our competitors and enables us to tailor products and services to be the market leader.

Our building solutions are the cornerstone of the communities we serve. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

Job Description

As part of the Cornerstone Building Brands family, Ply Gem is North America's leading manufacturer of exterior building materials, including windows, siding, stone, and 40 other categories. We currently have an opportunity for a highly motivated junior sales professional to join our team.

Area: Vancouver Island 

Key responsibilities:

  • Prospect and attract new customers to meet sales goals.
  • Timely and professional servicing to maintain and grow existing account base.
  • Enter quotes and orders for customers and handle internal Ply Gem admin tasks.
  • Provide product and process training to customers and the inside sales team with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Assist with accounts receivables.

As the face of Ply Gem to our Customers and the Industry you will be involved in local Industry associations and activities.

Actively gather relevant market intelligence with respect to general industry and competitor developments.

Qualifications

Key requirements:

  • 1-2 years of outside sales experience; alternatively, experience in the window and/or residential construction industry is an asset.
  • Ability to read blueprints and construction plans an asset.
  • Strong relationship building and selling abilities.
  • Strong computer skills with experience in MS Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
  • Reliable personal transportation, good driving record and valid provincial drivers’ license.
  • Post-secondary education, preferably with an emphasis on marketing/business administration.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Reliable vehicle to use for work 
  • Outgoing and personable personality.
  • Professional in appearance and conduct.

Additional Information

Compensation: $72,000–$120,000 annually, including commission, with uncapped earning potential.

Ply Gem Canada is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Skills Required

  • 1-2 years of outside sales experience
  • Experience in the window or residential construction industry
  • Ability to read blueprints and construction plans
  • Strong relationship-building and selling abilities
  • Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Reliable personal transportation or vehicle for work
  • Good driving record and valid provincial driver's license
  • Post-secondary education, preferably in marketing or business administration
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Outgoing, personable personality
  • Professional appearance and conduct

Cornerstone Building Brands Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cornerstone Building Brands and has not been reviewed or approved by Cornerstone Building Brands.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO and paid holidays are emphasized, with vacation programs that recognize prior professional tenure and, in many roles, immediate usability from day one. This accessibility to time off elevates the overall value of the package.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with employer match is consistently presented as a strong component of total rewards. This support for retirement savings complements base pay across roles.
  • Inclusive Benefits Coverage Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin on the first day for most full‑time employees, alongside EAP, tuition reimbursement, discounts, and training resources. The breadth and immediacy of eligibility are positioned as key strengths.

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The Company
HQ: Cary, North Carolina

What We Do

Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Our comprehensive portfolio spans the breadth of the residential and commercial markets, while our expansive footprint enables us to serve customers and communities across North America. Our relentless focus on excellence combined with our ongoing commitment to innovation and R&D has driven us to become the #1 manufacturer of windows, vinyl siding, insulated metal panels, metal roofing and wall systems, and metal accessories. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play. DISCLAIMER Cornerstone Building Brands’ social media channels share information about our company, our products and our people. We welcome commentary expressing all points of view – positive and negative – but reserve the right to remove posts that are off-topic, offensive, promotional or illegal or contain inappropriate language, hate speech, proprietary information, personal data or personal attacks.

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