Posted 3 months ago
Industrial Account Manager
@ Gerrie Electric Wholesale LTD
Cambridge, ON · Waterloo, ON · Kitchener, ON · Guelph, ON
Overview
Gerrie Electric Wholesale LTD is hiring an Industrial Account Manager to manage assigned industrial and OEM accounts across a territory, growing sales and product support. The role requires a technical post-secondary background, 5+ years of electrical sales experience, and proven sales results. Annual base salary is $55,000 to $80,000.
Pay:
$55,000–$80,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Manage assigned accounts across the territory
- Identify and pursue sales opportunities
- Develop and execute annual sales and business plans
- Prepare detailed quotes and proposals
- Follow up on leads and opportunities
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary technical education (electrical, computer or mechanical)
- 5+ years of electrical sales experience
- Proven sales track record, electrical wholesale preferred
- Strong technical knowledge of industrial and OEM markets
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · adp
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-08
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Sales |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Electrical, Computer, Mechanical |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Tuition support, Wellness, Paid training |
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Gerrie Electric Wholesale LTD
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Full company description
Gerrie is a Canadian, family owned company founded by Ken Gerrie in 1957. Built on the tradition of service, Gerrie has since become one of the largest independent electrical distributors in Canada. Today, the Electrical Supply division is still the cornerstone of our business adding Lighting Solutions, Automation, Project Services, Supply Chain Services, Data Comm Solutions and our newest Process Group to address the growing demands and evolving requirements of the industry. Gerrie is is proud to be a Platinum Standard winner of Canada's Best Managed Companies! Gerrie is also certified by WBE Canada as a majority women-owned company (Women Business Enterprise).
- LinkedIn followers
- 11,969
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 367
- Reported office locations
- 4104 South Service Road, Burlington, ON L7L 4X5, CA
- Business categories
- Lighting
- Automotive
- Wholesale
- Electrical Distribution
- Other recorded names
- Gerrie Electric Wholesale LTD
- Gerrie Electric Wholesale Ltd.
- Specialties
- Electrical Supply
- Industrial Automation
- Process
- Project Services
- Data Comm
- and Lighting
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Gerrie is a Canadian, family owned company founded by Ken Gerrie in 1957. Built on the tradition of service, Gerrie has since become one of the largest independent electrical distributors in Canada. Today, the Electrical Supply division is still the cornerstone of our business adding Lighting Solutions, Automation, Project Services, Supply Chain Services, Data Comm Solutions and our newest Process Group to address…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Wholesale |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Burlington, ON |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1957 |
| Specialties | Electrical SupplyIndustrial AutomationProcessProject ServicesData Command Lighting |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 26 |
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Annual Base Salary: $55,000 to $80,000
Reason for vacancy: This is a backfill for an existing vacancy within the team.
Gerrie Electric is one of the largest independent electrical distributors with twenty-four key locations in Ontario and over 400 employees. We are a proud family owned, Canadian company and are headquartered in Burlington, ON. We are proud to be a Platinum Club winner of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Having been in business since 1957, we are an established and well-respected company in the industry.
Culture
Our core purpose is Customer First- Employee Driven. We strive for an inspiring culture and integrity in all that we do.
Our success is powered by our people. We invest in the training & development of our employees and encourage career growth across all areas. We celebrate success and show recognition for a job well done.
We believe a more diverse and inclusive environment brings strength to our organization, helps our customers to succeed and creates a significant competitive edge.
What you'll be doing
Manage assigned accounts, across the territory maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction and sales and product support for all products
Identify and target sales opportunities within assigned geographical area. Work primarily with Partners, Manufacturers, Gerrie Product Managers, Gerrie Resource Managers and Automation Specialists
Grow all aspects of Gerrie’s offering within customer base with emphasis on Primary and Secondary goals as given by Management
Develop and execute an annual Sales/business plan for assigned accounts
Provide detailed and accurate quotes and proposals to meet customers’ requirements
Utilize CRM to maximize efficiency throughout our sales process
Follow up on quotes/opportunities/proposals using Gerrie Sales process with customers to ensure maximum success ratio
Establish pricing levels within accounts with the assistance of Resource Managers, Product Managers, Automation Specialists and Vendors
Consult with customers to identify new opportunities and follow up on Sales leads
Make joint calls with manufacturer’s representatives, as required
Resolve any customer problems as they arise
Participate in and attend meetings, including Sales meetings, annual planning meetings, etc.
What you bring to the table
Post-secondary education from a technical program (i.e.) Electrical, Computer, Mechanical discipline
5+ years experience in Electrical Sales
Must have a proven track record Must have a proven track record of Sales (Electrical Wholesale industry preferred)
Strategically minded with strong presentation, communication and relationship-building skills
Strong technical knowledge and solid understanding of the Industrial/OEM markets
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Don’t have all of these qualifications? Feel free to send in your resume, we can train you on what you need to know or there might be another role that fits better.
We believe in taking care of our people
Major medical + dental coverage for yourself and your dependents (flex plan options available)
Employee Assistance Program
Global travel coverage
Pension plan with contribution matching
Training, development and career growth opportunities
Tuition re-imbursement program
Promote from within culture
A diverse and inclusive workplace
Caring and nurturing environment
Words that our employees use to describe us
Inclusive, team-oriented, motivating, happy, forward thinking, innovative, successful!
*Flexible interview options are available!
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