You are responsible for the development of sales through building relationships with end users, advising them on current and new product introductions, organizing and delivering practical demonstrations, and educating end users about our products through their extensive product knowledge.

How Makita supports our team members:

• Commission and bonus opportunities.
• Company paid benefits (medical/dental/vision/employee assistance plan).
• RSP Plan.
• Work life balance with paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave & personal days.

What will you work on?

• Establish, maintain, and grow relationships with targeted and strategic end users and end user organizations.
• Undertake product and market research as requested by senior management.
• Participate in events and shows that offer direct access to and with the professional / industrial end user community.
• Prepare monthly reports on activities and sales, that will be shared and communicated within Makita Canada.
• Actively solicit, support and work with strategic dealers on joint end user calls and other initiatives resulting in mutual benefit to the dealer and Makita Canada.
• Provide product training and demonstrations to end users and end user organizations as required.
• Other job-related activities, duties, and projects, as assigned.

To be successful you will have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of two (2) years of related experience in product demonstration/sales.
• Valid/Current Drivers Licence with clean driving record/extract required.

What you bring to the team? 

• Experience – construction, trades and/or experience in residential and or commercial building industry.
• Mechanical aptitude with solid knowledge and use of power tools.
• Communication Skills: excellent communication (oral and written) in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
• Interpersonal skills: relate well with people, effective/active listener, collaborate and work well with others.
• Teamwork: works cooperatively and effectively with a wide range of individuals, successfully builds relationships.
• Detailed Orientation: meticulous about managing your time, evaluating your priorities, and accomplishing your goals.
• Proficient in MS-Office; Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Travel:

• Extensive travel throughout the province and some nationally required.
• Overnight travel will be required.

Salary:

• $50,000.00 - $60,000.00

Interested in Joining our Team?

• Click the "Apply Now" button at the bottom of this page.

Recruitment & Accessibility Statements

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Makita Canada are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.

We thank all those who apply for employment opportunities, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Every application is initially reviewed by a member of the HR team. Applications that advance may then undergo an AI-assisted review by the hiring manager to support the evaluation of experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. AI is used solely as a support tool; all applications are personally reviewed by members of the Makita hiring team, and AI is not used to make hiring decisions.

Makita Canada is an equal opportunity employer. We value workplace diversity and provide inclusive, barrier-free recruitment in accordance with Human Rights and Accessibility Legislation. Accommodation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request.