Sales Coordinator

About Us:
Teknion creates furniture that connects people, technology and spaces. We hold to a simple yet powerful principle: design does matter. We are a different kind of company–one with an entrepreneurial spirit defined by passion, curiosity and bold, creative thinking. A privately held company with a youthful entrepreneurial spirit, we recognize the vast skills, knowledge, perspectives and cultural contributions that diversity brings to Teknion. Because different perspectives and experiences trigger creativity and innovation, diversity is integral to our success. Our employees are the heart and soul of our business. To support their development is to enhance our biggest asset.

Overview: 
Teknion is currently hiring a full-time Sales Coordinator for our Toronto, ON office. The successful candidate will be responsible for Showroom Coordination and supporting A&D sales activities, events, marketing and sales process for the Toronto A&D sales team in the Canadian market.  

Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate assembly and delivery of binders, literature and samples as well as ensuring adequate stock of these materials within the Sales department.
  • General Showroom coordination including couriers, gift program and office supplies, partnering with Showroom Manager
  • Incumbent will manage in-house A&D sales activities and provide general administration support to A&D Market Managers.  
  • Coordinate A&D Team meetings.  Notify attendees and prepare agenda.
  • Contribute to the A&D Marketing Strategy by generating ideas and coordinating events for the A&D community, including Lunch & Learns, CEU presentations, touching programs and various special events hosted by Teknion.
  • Assist in development of presentation tools, including binders, fabric & finish samples etc.
  • In conjunction with RFP coordinator, assist as needed with responding to tenders.
  • Back-up support for Showroom Manager

Product Coordination 
  • Project Management of launches and product change-outs
  • Discuss changes and updates with showroom designer
  • Track delivery schedule of new showroom products
  • Schedule installation work with installers and/or electricians
  • Supervise installation (some after hours or weekend work required)
  • Provide notification and permits to building (showroom manager)
  • Removal of existing showroom furniture no longer in floor plan
  • Prepare list for team to determine reuse or sale of items
  • Inventory management of used showroom furniture in storage
  • Process deficient or damaged product claims
  • Support sales team with request of used showroom products for sale, donations
  • Process invoices for installation services and showroom product needs

Sales Team Support
  • Lead and/or support fabric and finishes client meetings
  • Pull together fabrics and finish packages
  • Support with coordinating programs and events (some after hours support required)
  • Respond to inquiries and/or forward to appropriate individuals
  • Support Teknion’s StudioTK & LUUM divisions as needed

Requirements:
  • Post secondary education with a diploma in Event Management, Marketing Or Interior Design, an asset
  • A desire to work in a fast paced team environment, deliver an exceptional customer service experience and to gain exposure to a sales environment is preferred
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills combined with a high sense of urgency to client requests
  • Must be able to work in team environment
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint, Photoshop
  • Some knowledge of Graphic Design, CAD, Google SketchUp, Revitt an asset but not a mandatory requirement

Teknion is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization.   It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment.  A Human Resources representative will consult with applicants contacted to participate at any stage of the recruitment process who request an accommodation. Information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

By applying for a position with Teknion, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Teknion's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, credit check and criminal check. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position

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