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Inside Sales Representative

@ JDI

Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia

Full-time
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Overview

JDI, through its Industrial Commercial Supplies division, is hiring an Inside Sales Representative for full-time work supplying building materials to commercial and industrial contractors in Atlantic Canada. The role involves quoting, planning projects, managing customer contacts and hitting sales targets, with remote work from various locations and a valid driver's licence required.

Responsibilities:

  • Partner with contractors to plan construction projects
  • Produce quotes, material lists and follow up on deliveries
  • Achieve weekly, monthly and annual sales targets
  • Maintain contact lists and schedules for prospects and customers
  • Cold-call new customers and grow the sales territory

Requirements summary:

  • Experience in sales preferred
  • Knowledge of construction products an asset
  • Valid driver's licence required
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Organized, able to meet deadlines and manage changing priorities

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Employer posting date
2026-10-16
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSales
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingOffice, Client sites, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Driver’s licencerequired
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities

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Job description

Inside Sales Representatives partner with contractors and customers to fully understand their needs and assist in planning construction projects. As knowledgeable sales professionals, contractor sales representatives are able to make recommendations which solve customers’ problems.

  • Demonstrates high standards of safety and customer service
  • Is a resource of knowledge for our customers
  • Produces quotes, material lists and follows up on deliveries
  • Achieves weekly, monthly and annual sales targets
  • Maintains a contact list and contact schedule for prospective and existing customers
  • Grows the geographic sales area by building new relationships with contractors and strengthening relationships with existing accounts
  • Cold-calling new customers to build their business portfolio
  • Continually learns about products and market conditions
  • Independent, problem solver
  • Confident, energetic and self-motivated
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Organized, and can manage changing priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to quickly develop a trusting relationship with new customers, and build rapport with existing customers
  • Experience in sales is preferred
  • Knowledge of construction products is an asset
  • Ability to work remotely from varies locations
  • A valid driver’s license is required
Industrial Commercial Supplies (ICS) provides building materials specifically for commercial and industrial projects in Atlantic Canada. We are dedicated to serving commercial contractors with specialty commercial products for the entire building envelope. We work with the best brands in the commercial building space for interior fit up, commercial roofing, foundation supplies, above and below grade membranes and coatings as well as the required tools and accessories. As a part of the Retail and Distribution Division of J.D. Irving, Limited, we strive to deliver exceptional customer service through our fast and flexible fleet delivery system, technical expertise, and commitment to safety. While focusing on continuous business improvement, we are dedicated in developing our people by providing on-site training and promoting our values within the organization.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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