Join our vibrant team at City Electric Supply as an Account Manager and embark on an exciting new career adventure! We're not just another company; we're a family-owned electrical wholesaler with a global reach and a local touch. If you're a friendly, motivated individual who thrives on providing incredible customer service, then we've got the perfect opportunity for you.

At City Electric Supply, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, profit sharing, paid time off, and endless internal growth opportunities. As our company continues to expand with over 1,000 branches worldwide (600+ in North America), we're on a mission to add 30-35 branches each year across North America while staying true to our core values.

Position Purpose

The Account Manager is responsible for developing new customer relationships and growing established accounts through regular contact, strong product knowledge and dependable follow-through. The role works primarily in the customer’s place of business and partners closely with the branch team to deliver profitable sales growth and a consistently high level of service.

Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer and Territory Development

- Make regular, planned sales calls on assigned accounts and prospects.
- Build a strong understanding of each customer’s business, buying habits, projects and future requirements.
- Develop recent accounts and identify opportunities to grow existing business.
- Provide timely product support, quotations and solutions.
- Maintain accurate notes, opportunities and follow-up activity using the tools provided.

Sales Execution





- Agree monthly territory targets and action plans with branch management.
- Promote CES products, strategic suppliers, programs and value-added services.
- Keep customers informed about relevant new products, market developments and available training.
- Work with the branch sales team to ensure projects are quoted, tracked and followed through within agreed timelines.
- Review account performance and adjust activity where required to deliver the approved sales plan.

Collaboration and Commercial Discipline

- Coordinate with other CES branches to provide customers with consistent service across the network.
- Work with vendors and manufacturer representatives to develop opportunities and improve customer support.
- Support the credit team with the collection of accounts receivable and follow company credit policy.
- Attend sales meetings, supplier training and other business events as required.

Experience and Qualifications

- Minimum two years of electrical wholesale and sales experience is required.
- Demonstrated ability to develop customer relationships and grow sales.
- Valid driver’s licence is required.
- Working knowledge of electrical products, applications and the local market.

Core Competencies

- Customer service and sales driven.




- Confident relationship builder and communicator.
- Organized, self-motivated and accountable for follow-through.
- Able to balance multiple opportunities and priorities.
- Commercially aware, ambitious and open minded.
- Collaborative team player.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day. Occasional out-of-area or overnight travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

The role includes regular travel to customer locations and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and occasional handling of material weighing up to 50 pounds.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role. Duties may change as the business evolves, and employees may be asked to support other reasonable branch or company requirements.

Equal Opportunity

City Electric Supply is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a respectful, inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available in accordance with applicable Canadian federal and provincial requirements.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those living in Canada with permanent work authorization will be considered. Please note only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Experience:

- Electrical Wholesale: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving License (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Account Manager (Canada)
🏢 City Electric Supply Canada
📍 Canada