Mobile Footwear Sales Specialist
March 13 2025
Industries
Consumer goods (Others)
Categories Store Operations - Associate
Saint John, NB • Full time
We are looking for a Mobile Footwear Sales Specialist to grow our Apparel business! The successful candidate is passionate about the Apparel Industry!
In this role, the Mobile Footwear Sales Specialist drives our fully stocked truck & cargo trailer to our customer's workplaces, addressing the footwear needs of their employees by providing the proper fit and the right recommendations for appropriate footwear for the job.
The ideal candidate is a confident and capable team player who can work independently, with experience in driving a large pickup truck and cargo trailer. With extensive knowledge of safety footwear, this person is dedicated to ensuring customers' comfort at work while achieving sales targets.
The successful candidate will travel approximately 75% of the time, across several provinces, and will require flexibility in their schedule to adapt to changing weather conditions & customer needs.
What we offer:
- Competitive base salary plus commissions
- Comprehensive Benefits package, including EFAP & wellness programs
- Company phone, vehicle + gas
- Access to continued education and career development
- Opportunity to grow with a large corporation
If you are committed to excellence, have a good sense of urgency, and are interested in working in a rewarding team environment this is the role for you!
Responsibilities
- Successfully complete transactions using a mobile POS system & manage truck inventory in our inventory & sales system.
- Ensure customer concerns are dealt with effectively, promptly, and with the utmost consideration.
- Build lasting relationships with corporate contacts, stay connected, and share suggestions for improvement.
- Develop proficiency in all operational policies and procedures.
- Responsible for inventory counting, ordering, and stocking of new merchandise.
- Accurately process sales and exchanges/refunds using the company's POS system.
- Responsible for the daily housekeeping of the Mobile.
- Identify maintenance needs and communicate to Management for repair.
- Protect company assets and minimize loss by following Chandler policies and procedures.
- Perform a daily circle check of the truck with no exceptions.
Qualifications
- A Class 5 license is required.
- Bi-lingual candidate strongly preferred.
- A clean driving abstract is required.
- Ability to carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Willingness to travel and accommodate overnight stays, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in varying environments.
- One year of work-related experience such as customer service and/or route sales-driving is required, or the capacity to undergo extended on-the-job training.
- Background in retail management would be advantageous.
- Ability to problem solve and excel independently under pressure while effectively prioritizing tasks and ensuring consistent high-quality performance.
- Proficiency in delivering outstanding customer service, establishing a reputation for going above and beyond to meet customer needs.
- Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively coordinate with customers and internal teams, ensuring clear and concise information exchange.
- Proficiency in using POS systems to process cash/card/voucher transactions and manage customer information.
- Work requires regular intensive activities such as carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds, use of ladders to safely access elevated areas, and standing/sitting for extended periods, bending and/or moving comfortably in confined spaces to perform job tasks.
- Work requires vigilance, concentration, and attention to detail for longer periods of time.
- Work often requires frequent exposure to disagreeable elements, given the predominant nature of the role involves driving.
About the Team
Chandler is one of Atlantic Canada's leading business-to-business suppliers since opening in 1959. Across our seven locations we are focused on high value products, services, and solutions that assist our customers in achieving their business goals. With seven divisions our complete offering is second to none. Whether you need a full security or life safety system, safety equipment, industrial supplies, office furniture, restaurant equipment, sanitation supplies, or countless other business solutions, we have got you covered. Our team works hard every day to get you the products and services you need when you need them.
About Us
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and 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.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.