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DDH Audio is seeking experienced independent
reps in Central and Western Canada for the
K-array product range.
Please reply to: [email protected]
ONLY 95¢ A WORD!
www.canadianmusician.com/classifieds
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Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation
skills
Engaging, personable, and confident
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced,
dynamic environment
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously
with minimal supervision
Independent Sales Representatives – North45
Distribution (Quebec and West Coast) Please send resume to:
[email protected]
North45 Distribution is a leading Canadian
distributor of professional and commercial
audio equipment. To learn more about North45
Distribution, please visit our website at www.
north45distribution.com.
We are currently seeking talented,
resourceful, confident candidates to join our
team as independent Sales Representatives for
our North45 Distribution Sales Division, for the
territories of Quebec and the West Coast. Our
market caters to all audio contractors, integrators,
live sound providers and wholesalers.
The successful candidates will be responsible
for growing the North45 Distribution portfolio
within the prescribed territory by contacting
prospective customers and strengthening
relationships with existing clients.
Specific responsibilities will include, but are
not limited to:
Servicing existing accounts by maintaining
inventory levels, performing staff training
seminars, merchandising goods, and
coordinating store promotions as needed
Calling on prospective and existing
customers
Following up with new/existing customers,
leads, and opportunities
Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of
products and ensuring customers are
informed of current and new products
Attending trade shows, educational seminars,
and sales meetings, as required
Completing administrative tasks in a timely
manner, including weekly activity reports
Providing excellent customer service and
developing strong customer relationships
Actively participating in weekly conference
calls and sales meetings to improve sales
efficiency and success
Achievement of sales objectives Independent Professional Audio Sales
Representative Required for Eastern Canada
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Requirements:
Knowledge of territory and dealers would be
an asset
Valid driver’s license and reliable
transportation required, and must be able
to travel regularly to customers located
throughout the prescribed territory of
Quebec or the West Coast
Able to work with all client levels, including
dealers, end-users, consultants, etc.
Self-motivated, self-starter who is well
organized and enjoys a challenge
Strong commitment to customer service
Can handle difficult situations with
diplomacy and tact
Has a hunger to grow and succeed
Demonstrated ability of working closely with
management to ensure achievement of sales
objectives
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
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76 CANADIAN MUSICIAN
Contact Distribution Ltd. is currently seeking
a self-motivated sales professional to cover a
territory that includes the Province of Quebec, the
National Capital Region, and Atlantic Canada.
Contact Distribution represents a number
of high-end manufacturers whose products
include Microphones, DSP Processors, Amplifiers,
Loudspeakers, Sound Masking, and Mass
Notification Systems. To learn more about our
products, please visit our website at
www.contactdistribution.com.
The primary responsibility of this position will
be development and management of the territory
with the goal of maximizing sales and developing
and maintaining business relationships. An
extensive knowledge of sound reinforcement for
the touring, recording, and installation markets is
the required advanced technical skill set for this
position. Knowledge of the territory and dealers
would be an asset. Previous sales experience
dealing with system contractors and integrators,
dealers, end-users, and consultants is essential.
Applicants must be bilingual, hold a valid
driver’s license with a reliable vehicle, and be able
to travel throughout the territory as well as hold a
valid passport for travel to the U.S. tradeshows.
Please forward your resume in confidence to:
[email protected].
Buyer at SFM (Dorval, Quebec)
SFM is a leading Canadian service provider
for global brands within the audiovisual, live
entertainment, and media production industries.
We are currently looking for a Buyer to execute
all procurement activities to ensure that key
operational targets such as inventory turns,
reductions in obsolete & aged inventory, and
reduced backorder levels are achieved. The ideal
candidate has good knowledge of different
forecasting models, good business acumen, is
customer driven, and understands the value of
building relationships with key partners.
Specific responsibilities will include, but are
not limited to:
Supplier Relationships
• Primary point of contact with suppliers on
purchase-related matters.
• Communicate forecasted demand to
suppliers in order to assist them with their
planning, as required.
Planning & Purchasing
• Analyze product demand based on
qualitative (e.g. judgment) and/or
quantitative (historical demand) input from
Brand Manager and/or Sales.
• Assess inventory replenishment
requirements while taking into account such
variables as supplier lead times, minimums,
volume discounts, and minimizing freight
expenditures.
• Issue POs to suppliers and coordinate the
effective delivery of product to satisfy
demand.
• Track open POs and adjust PO quantities/
delivery dates, as required.
Inventory Management
• Maintain optimal inventory levels that, in
general, maximize inventory turns, minimize
B/Os and minimize inbound freight costs.
• Establish and implement inventory
management strategies for each product that
reflects the importance of the product to the
business and its stocking type.
SKU Creation & Data Integrity
• Manage SKU creation & maintenance process
in the system with comprehensive input
(i.e., completed template) from the Brand
Managers and Logistics Coordinator.
• Oversee weights & measures data in the
system for each product and work with other
departments to ensure its accuracy. Keep
Brand Managers advised of any changes and
work with IT, as necessary, to upload any
major corrections and/or updates.
Traffic/Logistics
• Work closely with the Logistics Coordinator to
optimize inbound shipments when possible
in an effort to minimize freight costs.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in
purchasing/demand planning
• Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain would
be an asset
• Knowledge with ERP systems including
forecasting module. (JD Edwards would be
an asset)
• Experience with MRP
• Number driven and analytical
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, particularly
Excel
• Shows initiative, autonomy, adaptability and
can handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Bilingual
If you have these qualifications and would like to
join our team, you can submit your CV by mail or
by e-mail to [email protected].
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