Field Sales/Marketing Representative – 4 Month Summer Student

Company Description

At Freud Canada a division of Robert Bosch GMBH, we know that every career matters. Which is why you should conduct yours on a grand scale. Located in Mississauga Ontario we are an integral part of a multinational engineering and electronics organization and the largest privately held employer in the world.

Freud is the industry-leading manufacturer of premium cutting tools and abrasives. Freud manufactures two brands of cutting tools: Freud Tools for the woodworker (www.freudtools.com) and Diablo Tools for the professional construction and remodeler market (www.diablotools.com).

Freud Canada, Inc. is headquartered in Mississauga, ON and is the home of our Canadian Distribution Center as well as most corporate functions.

Freud is the only manufacturer of woodworking tools in the world that produces its own MicroGrain Carbide with titanium, called TiCo™, a high-density combination of titanium and cobalt. By producing their own carbide, Freud has the unique ability to formulate each tool for each specific application, thereby maximizing the cutting life and performance of the tool. Freud’s full line of high-quality woodworking tools includes saw blades, router bits, shaper cutters, and more.

Guided by the principles of founder Robert Bosch, we offer a setting where social and environmental responsibility are part of our corporate DNA. Always mindful of our impact on the future, we are committed to sustainability, paying it forward, giving back, and lifelong learning. These are but a few of the reasons why our parent company has more than 390,000 associates and a legacy of success spanning 135+ years.

This is your chance to Go big. Go bold. And use your skills to drive success on a massive scale, with Freud Canada.

Job Description

Freud is seeking strong work ethic, self-motivated, undergraduates for Field Sales/Marketing Representatives. Individual will be responsible for driving sales of Freud products through product demonstrations, end-user interaction and in-store merchandising at key accounts. The position will report directly to an Account Manager and will have responsibility for an assigned geographical territory.

This role is a great experience for students looking to kick start their career in business through end user sales, marketing and customer service.

This role is a 4 month summer program (early May- end of August) that requires Monday-Friday availability (40 hours per week) to be on the road visiting retailers.

Rate of Pay: $18 - $20 per hour

RESPONSIBILITY:

• Planning and executing Freud product demonstrations within key accounts to gain end-user conversions and grow sales
• Merchandising and stocking Freud products in a retail environment
• Ensuring the integrity of displays (Planograms) of Freud product
• Providing outstanding service to consumers to drive sales of Freud/Diablo products
• Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with store management and associates
• Customer marketing/product demonstration events in multiple sales channels
• Execution of special projects

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a University/College program
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required as vehicle will be supplied (Travel required within given territory)
• Strong communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated, with strong time-management skills
• Ability to collaborate with store associates and communicate to end users
• Experience and/or confidence in using power tools is preferred

Additional Information

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. Robert Bosch welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.