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Account Executive (Sales Representative)

@ Canadian Linen

Victoria, British Columbia

$50k–$55k/yr
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Overview

Canadian Linen is hiring an Account Executive to drive uniform, linen and facility-services sales through outside prospecting and new account generation. The role is primarily field-based with overnight travel, requires a valid driver's licence and dependable vehicle, and pays $50,000-$55,000 per year plus commission and bonus.

Pay:

$50,000–$55,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Drive uniform sales as primary focus
  • Sell linens and facility services
  • Secure new business and grow market share
  • Prospect through calls, appointments and in-person visits
  • Overcome objections and present company solutions

Requirements summary:

  • Post-secondary diploma or degree
  • Valid driver's licence, car insurance and dependable vehicle
  • Willingness to travel, including overnight and possible US travel
  • B2B outside sales experience focused on new accounts
  • Strong presentation and communication skills
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office proficiency and CRM experience (Salesforce preferred)

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Benefits mentioned

Retirement planEmployee assistance
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-30
First seen by our source
2026-10-14
Source record updated
2026-10-15

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSales
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday
Travelair: minimal · ground: moderate
Work settingClient sites, Vehicle, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Driver’s licencerequired, own vehicle
Background checkscriminal record
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Wellness, Paid training

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Canadian Linen

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Job description

Canadian Linen & Uniform Service Corp., a Vestis company, provides uniforms and related products to more than 300,000 customers across North America, in virtually every industry. From designing and manufacturing to laundering and delivering, Canadian Linen works with local and national clients to create and maintain a total uniform solution that promotes teamwork and establishes a professional identity.



THE ROLE

Do you love working outside of the office? Do you have a competitive spirit? Are you a strong and influential communicator? If so, the Canadian Linen sales team is looking for an ambitious Account Executive (AE) to drive sales and advance with our company. Join us and be part of a rapidly growing outside sales team working together to secure new business and increase market share. While uniform sales will be the primary focus of the AE, they will also sell linens and facility services to support our growth and increase in demand.

Successful candidates will possess:

  • Tenacity, Drive - We have industry leading sales goals based on calls, appointments and in person prospecting and sales targets.
  • Speed, Agility - Our industry is continuously adapting and growing. Every day will be a new and exciting opportunity to showcase your skills.
  • Coachable - You will complete a paid, comprehensive sales training program to gain product knowledge, mentorship, and learn how to be a successful Canadian Linen team member.
  • Ability Follow Our Sales Process - We teach you our structured sales process to set you up for success as you’re working both independently and collaborating as a team.
  • Technology - Our team uses laptops, cell phones, Microsoft Office, and a Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) to stay organized and connected.
  • Customer Focus and Orientation - In this role, you will be the face of the company. We need someone passionate about providing the ultimate customer experience.
  • Ability to Influence - We need someone who can overcome objections and effectively demonstrate why we are the uniform, facilities, and first aid products supplier of choice.

Required Qualifications:

  • Valid driver’s license, proof of car insurance and a dependable vehicle
  • Successfully pass Criminal Background Check
  • Post-Secondary Diploma or degree
  • Must be willing to travel, including overnight travel and possible travel to the US.

Preferred:

  • Business-to-business outside sales experience focused on new account generation
  • Strong presentation and communication skills
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
  • Experience with Customer Relationship Management Systems - Salesforce preferred

WHY CHOOSE US?

  • Job stability: Canadian Linen has been employing people for over 100 years in Canada
  • Competitive Pay Rate: Base salary + Commission + Bonus: Uncapped earning potential
  • Great benefits and employee assistance program
  • Retirement Savings Plan
  • Company pension with employer match
  • Ongoing training and mentoring
  • Great teammates and collaborative work environment
  • A consistently growing company that promotes from within

Compensation: The salary rate that Canadian Linen and Uniform Service reasonably expects to pay for this position ranges from $50,000-$55,000 per year depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission.



We thank all candidates for their interest. However, only those selected for a telephone interview will be contacted.

Canadian Linen & Uniform Service Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We recognize that our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

Vestis Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information below to request the appropriate accommodation.

Reasonable Accommodations and the Online Application Process
Consistent with Vestis and Canadian Linen’s commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Vestis or Canadian Linen, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-833-901-8823 or email us at [email protected].

Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Thank you for your interest in an employment opportunity with Vestis, Canadian Linen and Québec Linge.

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