Fire Service Specialist- Alberta

3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter. Job Description Fire Service Specialist- Alberta Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers. 3M is seeking a Fire Service Specialist for its Personal Safety Division team located in Alberta region. The Impact You’ll Make in this Role As a Fire Sales Specialist you will be responsible for providing technical expertise and support to customers, distributors, 3M personnel and new product development teams for 3M’s Personal Safety Division SCBA & Fire Solutions products. This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military environments to a 3M career. Here, you will make an impact by: Developing sales opportunities to targeted user segments Providing training and education to authorized distributors on products and sales Representing 3M/Scott Safety at trade associations, industry meetings, fire schools, combat challenges and conferences providing liaison between distributors and customer users Preparing and executing sales proposals, contracts, letters, and other customer correspondence Providing selective reports to management on competitive offerings, pricing, key market information, forecasts for bookings and shipments, and new product developments Company Vehicle This position requires driving a company vehicle, which will require pre-employment and ongoing review of motor vehicle history for candidates who are offered and hired for this position. Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications: High School diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) Three (3) years of safety/industrial experience in a private, public, government or military environment One (1) year experience with CRM and Microsoft & iOS apps Current, valid Driver’s License Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Bachelor’s degree Commercial Experience with technical products 5 years of Sales experience in Safety or Industrial Sales preferred Experience as a manufacturer representative (direct or agent) in the Canadian Fire Service Industry Skills include: Interpersonal selling, negotiation, public speaking and project leadership Strong oral & written communication skills History in the management of distribution partners an asset Work location: Remote, Calgary or Edmonton (AB) Sales Territory : Alberta Travel: May include up to 75% domestic travel. Some overnight travel Relocation Assistance: May be authorized 3M Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We work to reflect the diversity of our global customers, suppliers and channel partners, and build on each individual employee’s abilities. At 3M, we know that inclusion is the key to unlocking the power of our diversity. An inclusive culture is one that supports and appreciates differences and provides fair and equal opportunities for everyone. It’s a place where people realize they are respected for their whole and unique selves, and that they belong. Inclusion leads to engagement, which in turn fosters the collaboration, creativity and innovation that drive long-term growth – for 3M as well as for our people and our teams. Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement. Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly. 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M. #J-18808-Ljbffr 3M