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Education: Bachelor's degree. Work setting: Sales. Retail/wholesale establishment/distribution centre. Tasks: Promote sales to existing clients. Read blueprints to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements. Identify and solicit potential clients. Assess client's needs and resources to recommend the appropriate goods or services. Deliver sales presentations. Conduct sales transactions. Prepare and administer sales contracts. Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates. Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support. Reach to clients after sale or signed contracts to provide ongoing support. Review and adapt information regarding product innovations, competitors and market conditions. Train customers' staff in the operation and maintenance of equipment. Resolve product and service related problems. Advertise and/or promote products, sales or services. Provide customer service. Implement price and credits policies. Develop and implement marketing strategies. Determine merchandise and services to be sold. Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales. Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale. Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages. Plan and organize daily operations. Evaluate daily operations . Direct and control daily operations . Supervision: Staff in various areas of responsibility. Type of product: Construction materials or coatings. Sales experience: Construction materials, tools and equipment. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?. Do you live near the job location?. What is the highest level of study you have completed?. Experience: 5 years or more. Green job: Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes. Workplace information: On the road job.