Job Specifications
District Sales Manager – Ontario Region
District Sales Manager – Ontario
Reporting to the Regional Vice President of Sales and Customer Care, the Ontario-focused utility Sales Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining business within the Ontario utility market across the organization’s full product portfolio. A strong focus for this market includes pad mount, vault, and overhead distribution switchgear with distribution automation technologies, as well as any other relevant product lines. The Sales Manager will represent the organization to all levels of utility customers (standards, asset management, planning, grid modernization) and all levels of management to maintain and expand existing accounts while establishing new opportunities for growth.
As a District Sales Manager you will:
Maintain and build new relationships within the Ontario utility markets; use industry knowledge, technical expertise, social networking, and related skills to develop the utility business portfolio.
Determine market segmentation and key target accounts; identify decision-makers and build strong customer relationships.
Coordinate sales efforts with the broader sales organization and marketing teams.
Leverage key relationships to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and potential solutions; communicate these insights clearly to product development or engineering teams.
Build, maintain, and manage your opportunity pipeline within the assigned geographic territory.
Conduct sales and technology presentations, technical design discussions, drawing reviews, and order negotiations.
Support application engineers with quote preparation, covering both technical and commercial requirements.
Optimize scheduling to most efficiently balance time, travel, and customer visits.
Submit monthly territory reports.
Align product specifications with customer requirements.
Develop long-lasting relationships with all segments of the Ontario utility market.
We are looking for someone who:
Possesses strong interpersonal and leadership skills to build effective customer relationships that support current and future business.
Holds a Bachelor’s Degree or CET (Certified Engineering Technologist) in a technical or closely related discipline.
Has at least 5+ years of proven experience working within the Ontario utility market.
Has strong knowledge of the electrical utilities industry.
Demonstrates solid written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical abilities, and technical proficiency.
Is proficient with personal computers, Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and standard business software.
Has CSA code knowledge (considered an asset).
Can travel throughout the designated region, including the United States.
What we offer:
Eligibility for participation in a Quarterly Sales Incentive Program and Car Allowance Program.
A comprehensive benefits package including:
Quarterly bonuses with RRSP program
Life insurance, health and dental coverage
Health care spending account and paramedical services (employer-paid)
Company holidays, including a one-week shutdown during the Christmas season.
Education tuition assistance.
Strong job security.
Access to an air-conditioned/heated, state-of-the-art facility.
Wellness and gym reimbursement programs.
Training and development opportunities.
Continuous performance feedback.
Fun social events (holiday party, bowling nights, and more).
About the Company
Altis Recruitment is a recognized leader in the delivery of recruitment and staffing services across Canada. We place qualified job seekers in temporary, contract and permanent positions within Finance and Accounting, Construction, Property Management, Administrative Support, Human Resources, Communications, Medical/Health Professionals and Information Technology, among others.
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