We are reaching out regarding an immediate temporary work opportunity to support our cold-calling activities with architectural firms and business contacts all over the world
Key Responsibilities
- Make outbound calls to architectural firms, designers, contractors, dealers, and other business contacts.
- Introduce STOBAG North America and our products in a professional manner.
- Identify and qualify potential business opportunities.
- Ask relevant questions to understand the prospect's needs and projects.
- Obtain and update contact information for key decision-makers.
- Schedule follow-up calls or meetings for the sales team when appropriate.
- Maintain accurate records of calls, contacts, and outcomes.
- Follow up with prospects as required.
- Communicate professionally with contacts across different countries and time zones.
- Provide feedback to the sales team regarding market responses and potential opportunities.
Qualifications
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable speaking with business professionals over the phone.
- Professional, confident, and courteous telephone manner.
- Ability to initiate conversations with people who may not be familiar with the company.
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Basic computer skills and ability to work with CRM/database systems.
- Ability to work independently and maintain a high level of activity.
- Previous experience in cold calling, telemarketing, customer service, sales, or business development is an asset.
- Knowledge of architecture, construction, building products, or the outdoor-living industry is an asset but not required.
- Fluency in additional languages is an asset, particularly for international calling.
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
- Confident and comfortable on the phone
- Energetic and proactive
- Professional and personable
- Not afraid of making a high volume of calls
- Persistent and comfortable handling rejection
- Curious and interested in learning about customers and their businesses
- Reliable and organized
- Interested in gaining experience in B2B sales and international business development
What We Offer
- Temporary paid position
- In-office position in Burlington
- Flexible part-time hours
- Free parking
- Pick-up/drop-off assistance from home, if required
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international B2B sales
- Exposure to the architectural, construction, and outdoor-living industries
- Support and training provided
- Occasional team lunches and other workplace perks
Pay: $17.60-$18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 25.0 per week
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
