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Date: May 1, 2025

Location: Dartmouth, CA

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Company: AkzoNobel

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

 

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com 

 

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Job Responsibilities Hunting a Hunter!

Are you a self-starter and results-driven hunter?  Do you thrive on building strong customer relationships, uncovering new business opportunities, and providing expert technical support? If so, join our Protective Coatings division and be a key player in a high-performing sales team.

About the Role

As the Sales Representative, you'll be responsible for meeting sales and profitability targets within an assigned territory. You will grow existing accounts, generate new business, and deliver technical solutions across a range of industrial and protective coating applications. You will also support customers both in and outside of your core region.

Territory

Eastern Canada The ideal candidate is located in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, or Quebec and must be able to travel 30–50% within Canada and occasionally in the USA.

Total Compensation - What's in it for you? Base Salary: $80,000 – $100,000  annually Performance Bonus: Up to 35% based on individual and corporate goals   Vehicle Allowance: $800/month + mileage reimbursement   Time Off: 3 weeks vacation, 5 personal/sick days, floater days   Benefits: Comprehensive drug, medical, dental and life insurance      Paramedical coverage (e.g. massage therapy)      Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   Physical fitness reimbursement   Pension Plan:   Company contribution of 4% after 6 months and increases by 1% every 5 years (up to 8%) +   25% match on employee contributions up to 4%   Professional Development:  Access to training and industry events to grow your expertise   Key Responsibilities Manage a sales territory within the Protective Coatings division   Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline using CRM tools   Meet or exceed sales and profitability targets   Provide technical support, product training, and on-site inspections  Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders   Resolve complex customer service issues and manage complaints   Attend industry trade shows, seminars, and customer visits to explore emerging technologies   Promote and uphold safety standards at all times, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE) Decision-Making & Autonomy Identify and prioritize strategic clients and projects   Set your own travel and customer engagement schedule   Develop presentations, pricing strategies, and coating specifications   Operate within defined business and operational guidelines Job Requirements Experience: Minimum 2 years in the coatings industry (industrial or marine preferred), 5+ years in sales, customer service, or marketing   Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred, NACE CIP Level 1 or 2 certification preferred (all may apply)   Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and CRM tools   Physical Requirements:  Ability to lift 50 lbs with ease, remain on your feet for extended periods, and safely perform work at heights and in confined spaces in compliance with all safety protocols. Language Skills:  Strong English communication skills; French bilingualism is an asset  Travel & Schedule: Flexible schedule, including nights/weekends as needed. Willingness to travel 30–50% within Canada and occasionally to the USA.  
 

This posting is for an existing vacancy.  AkzoNobel is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact CanadaHR@akzonobel.com. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

 

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 46246 #LI-KT1

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