Sales Representative - Montreal

Why join us?

Maharam is the leading creator of textiles for interiors. Recognized for its rigorous and holistic commitment, Maharam embraces a range of disciplines, from product, graphic, and digital design to art and architecture. Known for its aesthetic and industrial innovation, Maharam’s work is guided by five main principles: utility, technology, tradition, luxury, and environmental impact. 
Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Maharam means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Maharam to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Sales rep based in Montreal, Canada calling on A&D accounts to include Montreal, Maritimes, Ottatwa and Quebec City. Some local furniture manufacturer accounts are also included. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to travel to client locations, must have a car

• Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with clients (firms and individuals)

• Support Company Protocol

• Maintain resource libraries for sampled clients

• Maintain and manage client data base 

• Entertain strategic clients, including evening entertainment and industry events

• Bilingual in French and English

MAGNITUDE AND RELATIONSHIP REPORTING
This position reports to Manager, Regional Sales and may receive additional assignments and direction from VP, Sales.

CONTACTS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE ORGANIZATION
This position has contact with specifying clients, local furniture manufacturers, purchasing customers, and end-users;  departments including: resource management,  QA,  sales coordinators and sales management.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Posses a dedication to excellence

• The successful candidate will be confident, enthusiastic, and a well informed communicator

• Excellent interpersonal skills, a team player

• Articulate and effective communicator. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

• Ability to handle problem resolution smartly and with confidence

• Organization and time management a must

• Responsive to clients and internal depts

• Strategically manages territory and account list, possess good follow up skills

• Ability to follow company protocol and processes, committed to continuous improvement

• Required language fluency in French and English

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, degree in Interior Design is preferred.

• 2-4 years of sales experience

Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Maharam is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at  [email protected].