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Experience selling aluminum building products, exterior cladding, siding, or related construction materials would be particularly valuable.\n\nThe Opportunity\nReporting to branch leadership, the Outside Sales Representative will play a key role in expanding market share, strengthening existing customer relationships, and identifying new opportunities for growth across the Lower Mainland and surrounding British Columbia markets, including the Kelowna region.\nThis is a field-based sales position requiring a proactive approach to territory management, customer engagement, and business development.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelop and execute territory sales strategies to achieve revenue, profitability, and market share objectives.\nIdentify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities with contractors, builders, building supply retailers, and other commercial customers.\nManage and grow an established customer base through regular engagement, relationship development, and exceptional 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day focused on prospecting, planning, and administration.\nRepresent the organization professionally while building long-term customer loyalty and profitable business relationships.\nThe Ideal Candidate\nWe are seeking an established B2B sales professional who brings a demonstrated record of success in building products distribution or a closely related industry.\nThe ideal candidate will offer:\nA minimum of three years of successful B2B outside sales experience, preferably within building materials, construction products, or wholesale distribution.\nEstablished relationships with contractors, builders, dealers, retailers, or other building industry customers in British Columbia.\nExperience selling exterior building products such as aluminum siding, cladding, soffit, fascia, windows, or related construction materials considered a strong asset.\nProven success developing new business, expanding existing accounts, and consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets.\nStrong territory management, prospecting, negotiation, and relationship-building capabilities.\nCommercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities that improve both revenue and profitability.\nA customer-focused approach, with the ability to develop credibility and build long-term business partnerships.\nStrong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nA self-directed, accountable working style with the initiative to identify and pursue business opportunities.\nExperience using CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and sales reporting tools.\nPost-secondary education in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related discipline is preferred.\nA valid driver’s licence and acceptable driving record.\nCandidates with an established network within the British Columbia building materials industry and the ability to contribute quickly will be particularly attractive.\n\nCompensation & Benefits\nThe organization offers a competitive compensation package designed to attract an experienced sales professional, including:\nBase salary of approximately $80,000-$85,000, with some flexibility depending on experience and industry relationships.\nTarget annual incentive opportunity of 25%.\nCompany-provided vehicle, laptop, and mobile phone.\nComprehensive employee benefits.\nRetirement savings plan with company matching contributions.\nEmployee and Family Assistance Program.\nMonday-to-Friday work schedule.\nSupportive team environment within an established national organization.\nWhy Consider This Opportunity?\nThis position offers the opportunity to join an established Canadian building products organization and make a meaningful contribution to its continued growth in British Columbia.\nThe successful candidate will have the autonomy to manage and develop their territory, build lasting customer relationships, and represent a recognized portfolio of exterior building products.\nWith an established customer base, opportunities to expand market share, and the support of an experienced branch and distribution team, this role is well suited to a sales professional who enjoys being in front of customers, developing business, and delivering measurable results.\n\nApply Today\nIf you are an experienced outside sales professional with a strong understanding of the building materials industry, established customer relationships, and a passion for business development, Aplin welcomes a confidential conversation.\nWe encourage qualified candidates to apply and learn more about this opportunity.\nAplin is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.\nAt Aplin - together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems - we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. 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