At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive and deliver hardwood flooring while building new business through sales.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in the construction materials industry.
- Benefits: Base salary plus commission, company vehicle, travel expenses covered.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
- Why this job: Combine driving and sales skills for exciting cross-border adventures.
- Qualifications: Valid Ontario driver’s licence and sales experience required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 $ per year.
Delivery Driver (Cross-Border) - Sales Representative
Location
Tweed, Ontario
Employment Type
Full-time
Travel
Frequent, multi-day road trips across Canada and the United States (lodging and meals coveredvia company credit card)
POSITION SUMMARY
The Delivery Driver – Sales Representative is responsible for safe, on-time delivery of hardwood flooring to job sites and showrooms and for developing new business through cold calling, scheduled visits, and disciplined territory management.
The role requires regular cross-border travel and professional representation of the company with builders, designers, retailers, and contractors.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sales & Business Development
- Prospect, cold call, qualify, and convert new accounts; schedule meetings and product demonstrations.
- Manage a pipeline in the CRM; provide structured activity and revenue reporting.
- Present product options, pricing, and value propositions; negotiate within approved guidelines; close orders and drive repeat business.
- Grow the assigned territory through structured route planning and a consistent follow-up cadence.
- Delivery & Client Service
- Load, secure, transport, and deliver hardwood flooring (palletized/boxed) to job sites and customer locations.
- Verify orders, obtain signatures, resolve delivery issues professionally, and identify upsell opportunities (treads, vents, underlay).
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness and comply with all safety and material-handling procedures.
- Compliance, Travel & Administration
- Cross the U. S. border in compliance with all requirements; maintain valid documentation at alltimes.
- Prepare and manage delivery documents (BOL, commercial invoice, basic USMCA documentation asrequired).
- Record fuel, lodging, meals, and other travel expenses using the company credit card per policy.
- Adhere to company policies for safety, customer communication, and brand standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Licences: Valid Ontario Class G and Class AR (Restricted A) driver’s licences, in good standing.
- Vehicle scope: Capable of operating up to a 3-ton straight truck (and light commercial vehicles); competent with pallet jacks and liftgates.
- Travel documents: Valid Canadian passport or NEXUS; able to travel to/from the United Stateswithout restriction.
- Physical demands: Ability to safely lift and maneuver 90 lb (41 kg) bundles; team-lift above thatthreshold; work on active job sites.
- Demonstrated sales aptitude (cold calling, in-person presentation, objection handling, closing).
- Professional communication skills (verbal and written) and reliable follow-through.
- Basic technology proficiency (smartphone, email, GPS, and CRM usage). Preferred
- Experience in building materials, flooring, or related construction products.
- Familiarity with cross-border shipment paperwork (BOL, commercial invoice, USMCA basics).
- Forklift certification and/or TDG awareness; knowledge of MTO/DOT cargo-securement and hours-of-service basics.
COMPENSATION & COMPANY SUPPORT
- Base salary plus sales commission (range to be provided).
- Company vehicle and fuel or mileage reimbursement
- Company credit card for travel expenses; lodging and meals covered on overnight trips per policy.
- Training on products, routes, CRM, and sales process.
- Opportunities for advancement (e. g., Territory Sales, Key Accounts).
- Schedule: Primarily Monday–Friday; frequent overnight travel based on season and territory needs. Occasional early mornings; most weekends at home.
- Brief cover letter summarizing relevant sales and commercial driving experience
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Delivery Driver in Tweed employer: Gaylord Flooring
Join a dynamic team in Tweed, Ontario, where we prioritise employee growth and a supportive work culture. As a Delivery Driver – Sales Representative, you'll enjoy competitive compensation, including a base salary plus commission, and have your travel expenses covered while you build relationships across Canada and the U.S. With opportunities for advancement and comprehensive training, this role offers a meaningful career path in a thriving industry.
