Bilingual Outside Sales Representative

Bilingual Outside Sales Representative

Montreal

$70,000 - $80,000/annually + Bonus

About Us

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Manufacturing Operations, and Technology. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.

The Role

We are partnering with a well-established leader in the stainless-steel distribution and metal services industry, supporting customers across Quebec and Atlantic Canada. This organization is known for its one-stop, customer-first approach and its ability to deliver high-quality stainless-steel products through advanced processing capabilities such as laser, waterjet, and plasma cutting, as well as production cutting of bars.

With access to extensive long and flat product inventory and global distribution channels, this team plays a critical role in delivering fast, reliable, and customized solutions to a diverse B2B client base.

They are currently hiring a Bilingual Outside Sales Representative to support continued growth and provide exceptional service to customers across the region.

The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for driving revenue growth by building and maintaining relationships with existing clients while actively pursuing new business opportunities. This is a client-facing, results-driven role perfect for a bilingual professional with strong sales experience in industrial or B2B markets.

Advantages

• Competitive base salary ($70K–$80K) plus bonus
• Permanent, full-time, stable opportunity
• Daytime schedule, Monday to Friday
• Work with a respected leader in the stainless-steel and metal services industry
• Supportive, collaborative sales environment
• Opportunity to grow within a global organization

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective clients to ensure long-term retention and new business growth
• Identify new business opportunities through market research, cold calling, and proactive outreach
• Conduct regular client visits to present products and services, supporting customer needs and driving sales
• Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate customer support and deliver a seamless client experience
• Balance customer satisfaction with company profitability and sales objectives
• Monitor market trends, provide insights to management, and support marketing efforts as needed
• Address customer concerns professionally and in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, calls, and follow-ups
• Maximize sales potential within assigned territory and uncover growth opportunities
• Achieve monthly sales targets and contribute to overall growth strategy
• Submit accurate sales reports, including call logs, territory plans, and client updates
• Track and resolve customer issues efficiently while maintaining a high level of service
• Provide management with regular updates on sales progress, challenges, and opportunities

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2–5 years of outside or field sales experience; B2B experience is an asset
• Experience in industrial distribution, metals, or related sectors is a plus
• Full professional proficiency in French and English (reading, writing, and verbal)
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the territory
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently

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