Gerrie Electric is one of the largest independent electrical distributors, with 24 key Ontario locations and over 400 employees. We are a proud family owned, Canadian company and are headquartered in Burlington, ON. We are proud to be a Platinum Club winner of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Having been in business since 1957, we are an established and well-respected company in the industry. 
Culture
Our core purpose is passionately helping customers be more successful by delivering exceptional experiences. We strive for an inspiring culture and integrity in all that we do. 
Our success is powered by our people. We invest in the training & development of our employees and encourage career growth across all areas. We celebrate success and show recognition for a job well done. 
We believe a more diverse and inclusive environment brings strength to our organization, helps our customers to succeed and creates a significant competitive edge.  
What you will be doing
The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a key role in the ongoing development and implementation of sound recruitment and on-boarding strategies and programs, promoting diversity and equity best practices.
Reporting to the Director of HR you will be a highly knowledgeable professional with a strong sourcing background, providing expertise, advice, tools, and training to management. The successful candidate will offer support in the areas of recruitment, on-boarding, and reporting. You will also assist the department in all other aspects of HR.
SOURCING
Use various channels and platforms to actively search and engage with potential candidates, such as job boards, social media, professional networks and online databases.
Build and maintain talent pipelines by researching, contacting, and promoting our brand to colleges/universities, industry and alumni associations, community centres, social media, internet research, networking, employee referrals and representing the company at recruitment fairs and other related events.
Maintain and develop a database of passive and active candidates to ensure a steady supply of potential hires for current and future job openings.  
Plan, track, manage targeted social media AD campaigns.
Manage the website posting process and all other on-line job boards (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.).
Prime liaison with recruitment agencies.
Stay informed on market intelligence and industry trends. Keep abreast of new sourcing techniques and opportunities.
RECRUITMENT
Partner with hiring managers to understand the business and proactively develop and execute Talent Acquisition initiatives aligned with and in support of the Company’s strategies.
Manage full-cycle recruitment for the company, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, reference checks, creating and negotiating offer letters, onboarding and orientation, ensuring timely completion and communication to all relevant parties.
Proficiently use all aspects of the ADP WFN recruiting module.
Evaluate resumes and cover letters to identify candidates that meet requirements and possess relevant skills and experience. Push resumes on a timely basis to the appropriate hiring manager.
Disciplined approach to interviews, leveraging assessments and behavioural interview techniques.  
Conduct interviews to assess candidates’ qualifications, skills, and experience.  
Keep candidates engaged and informed throughout the recruitment process to ensure a positive candidate experience.  Communicate professional closing experience with unsuccessful candidates.
Focus on streamlining and designing progressive recruitment processes, initiatives and policies & procedures that promote diversity, equity and inclusion. 
Assist with researching competitive compensation figures.
Coordinate summer positions/university/college Co-Op recruitment cycles.
Create and incorporate scoring matrices into the interview process to strengthen DE&I practices and ensure unbiased, best candidate hires including culture fit.
Provide monthly, analytical recruitment reports to management (ie. track and analyze data on recruitment results, applicant’s time to hire, turnover rates). Keeping organized on notes and records to be available as required.
HUMAN RESOURCES
Assist in all aspects of Employee Relations ensuring our core values are maintained.
Participate in planning employee engagement initiatives.
Assist in diversity, equity, & inclusion initiatives.
Conduct exit interviews and track data trends from results.
Employee relations, promote company culture and give a positive image of the company with all employees and candidates. 
Meet and exceed set objectives and department goals and ensure timely completion of all extra tasks as assigned. 
Analyze and report on recruitment metrics including sourcing channel effectiveness and time to fill, to drive continuous improvement.
What you bring to the table
Strong communication skills verbal and written.
Brand marketing skills to create sourcing campaigns.
Relationship building strength to professionally promote Gerrie brand.
Highly motivated, accountable, and organized.
Excellent accuracy, attention to detail and follow up skills.
Strong HR & business acumen, professional demeanor, and attitude.
Experience with promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Skilled at negotiations.
Solid understanding of employment law, regulations, and best practices.
Proven multitasking skills and ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders across all levels of the company.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. ADP WFN an asset.
5+ years of experience in a recruitment specialist role working in a high growth environment, including sourcing, full cycle recruitment, and building and maintaining talent pipelines. 
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; additional HR certification is an asset.
Experience in recruiting for multiple locations preferred.
Excellent understanding of provincial law, regulations, and best practices.
Exposure to various recruitment technology tools including applicant tracking systems, internet job boards, social media channels etc.
Experience in developing and implementing successful social media recruitment strategies.
ADP WorkForceNow is desirable. 
Proven record of delivering tangible results within a recruitment/talent role – build and execute strategic Talent Acquisition programs and support the growth of the HR function.
We believe in taking care of our people
Major medical + dental coverage for yourself and your dependents (flex plan options available) 
Employee Assistance Program 
Global travel coverage 
Pension plan with contribution matching 
Training, development, and career growth opportunities  
Tuition re-imbursement program 
Promote from within culture
A diverse and inclusive workplace
Caring and nurturing environment 
Don't have all of these qualifications? Feel free to send in your resume, we can train you on what you need to know or there might be another role that fits better.
Words that our employees use to describe us
Inclusive, team-oriented, motivating, happy, forward thinking, innovative, successful!
*Flexible interview options are available!

Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) is seeking a Business Section Manager
 
Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) is a national, not-for-profit association representing the dynamic electrical and automation industries, contributing to Canada’s net zero future, intelligent buildings, smart infrastructure, and Industry 4.0.  EFC’s 260 member companies consist of manufacturers, distributors, manufacturers representatives and field service organizations.  EFC members’ activities create over $15B in output for the Canadian economy and support over 100,000 jobs across the country. Electro Federation Canada is recognized as one of Canada’s ‘Great Places to Work’ for 4 consecutive years and was on the Best Workplace list for Professional Services for the last 2 years.
We are currently seeking a full-time Business Section Manager to work with existing manufacturer members to help develop industry proposals on codes, standards, and regulations. This position is hybrid and requires time in the office. Head office is located at 190 Attwell Avenue, Toronto, Ontario. 
This position will manage various business sections representing specific product categories within EFC’s manufacturing community.  The main outputs of business sections include industry positions on codes, standards, and regulations.  The business section manager will also provide input into EFC’s general advocacy around climate change initiatives relevant to their product categories.  In addition, collaboration with EFC’s marketing and statistics departments will facilitate business section requests for communications and market intelligence.
 
Under the supervision of the Director of Standards and Government Affairs, the duties and responsibilities of the Business Sections Manager include, but are not limited to, the following:
 

Responsible for the management of EFC’s business sections including meetings facilitation and project management.
Develop and maintain business sections reporting documentation.
Coordinate industry responses as it relates to codes, standards, and regulations.
Create industry response collateral to appropriate codes, regulations, and government bodies.
Collaborate with marketing on required communications projects generated from business section requests.
Collaborate with statistics department to facilitate market intelligence requests.
 
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
 

Strong technical aptitude, coupled with the ability to elucidate and convey technical details effectively.
Bachelor’s Degree or diploma Electrical Engineering or Certified Engineering Technologist
The candidate should naturally excel as a facilitator, adept at fostering consensus among stakeholders.
Experience with energy efficient solutions an asset.
An ideal candidate will possess robust project management skills. 
Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant work experience.
Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Exceptional project management skills.
Experience with virtual and in person meeting facilitation and consensus building.
Self starter with a curious and analytical mindset.
Ability to work independently and to work with cross-functional teams.
Ability to organize, prioritize and follow through on important projects.
Strong attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Powerpoint, word and excel.

Why you'll love working at EFC:

Competitive employment package
Flexible working schedule
Dynamic team and positive work culture
Open-concept, state-of-the-art office environment
Onsite gym
Summer hours
Complimentary on-site parking
The position offers a competitive employment package and compensation commensurate with experience in a friendly and collaborative work environment.
 
We thank all applicants for their interest but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
Electro-Federation Canada is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Accordingly, reasonable accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in relation to the materials or processes we use in the recruitment process.
 
For more information, connect with us online at https://www.electrofed.com

Eddy Group is a maritime-based wholesale distributor and proud member of “Canada’s Best Managed Companies.” Eddy Group has been a trusted partner in the construction industry for over a century. As a family business now in its fifth generation, they are all about providing top-notch products, personalized solutions, and great service to their industrial, commercial, and residential customers.
Reporting to the Halifax Branch Manager, the Electrical Inside Salesperson will provide exceptional customer service to current and potential clients. This includes reaching out to prospects, making initial calls, and fostering lasting relationships with our existing customers.
What you’ll do:

Explore commercial and project sales opportunities, providing competitive price quotations.
Make outbound follow-up calls to existing customers via telephone and email to suggest complementary products and upgrades.
Build a network of contacts to acquire prospective customers, driving future sales.
Address and overcome objections from potential customers.
Highlight product/service features and benefits, provide pricing details, and facilitate customer sales orders.
Work with the Outside Electrical Salesperson and overall sales team to accomplish goals and objectives.
Qualifications and key competencies:

You have technical knowledge and experience in Electrical, IAC or related fields.
Ideally, you have a sales/customer service background in electrical/IAC.
Exceptional skills in identifying and resolving problems and objections.
You are adept at establishing and maintaining long-term relationships with customers.
A self-motivated individual with high energy and an enthusiastic approach to the job.
An understanding and knowledge of wholesale sales principles, methods, practices, and techniques.
Why join the Eddy Group?

Health, drug, dental, life insurance, dependent life insurance, AD&D, EFAP and LTD Benefits.
Defined Contribution Pension Plan (4% Employee and 2% Employer Match).
Join a dynamic, results-driven team where collaboration is key and success is the norm.
Experience a winning culture that makes you proud.
Eddy Group has family values and treats its employees that way.
This is a full-time position based in Halifax, NS operating during regular business hours from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday. However, occasional work outside these hours should be expected.
Annual base salary will be commensurate with your experience.
Eddy Group Limited is committed to a diverse environment.  All qualified candidates who live in Canada and have permanent work status will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, orientation, disability, age, or any protected grounds.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in this position and will advise that only selected candidates will be contacted.
 

Counter Sales Representative - London
 One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Electrozad is the largest independently owned and operated electrical wholesale distributor in Southwestern Ontario. Founded 65 years ago, Electrozad has over 125 employees in 5 locations. From products to complete project solutions, we provide customers with a convenient ‘one-stop-shop’ total source for their automation and electrical needs. Our mission as “The House that Service Built” is to deliver the best electrical and automation products, services, and expertise, while maximizing customer success
 
Job Responsibilities
The Counter Sales Representative will be a core member of our Customer Service Sales Team. This position will primarily be responsible for all aspects of our customer’s counter buying experience including sales, support, quotations, and service. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of the organization. It is expected that the employee demonstrates behaviour consistent with our core values and supports our strategic plan.
 
Job Duties

Answer and respond to customer’s requests including product, pricing and delivery inquiries.
Prepare sales quotations, RMAs and provide detailed information required by the customer that will assist with the sales process
Prompt resolution to all customer service related inquiries
Assist and support the co-ordination of special events and promotions
Assist in identifying sales opportunities within the assigned geographical area
Follow up on opportunities/quotes/proposals with customers and actively seek feedback that will lead to a successful outcome
Promote and represent Electrozad Supply through the local business community and industry associations when required i.e. OEL, MESH, etc
Promote positive relations with customers and vendors
Other duties as required by the organization
Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma required
Post-secondary education from a technical program (Electrical, Mechanical discipline) or equivalent experience preferred
Previous sales experience in the electrical industry
Knowledge of Electrical, Automation and Instrumentation products
Excellent English communication skills (oral and written) with the ability to communicate effectively to key stakeholders
Ability to set and attain goals clearly and effectively
Detail oriented with superior organizational skills
Ability to learn the wide range of products and services provided by Electrozad
Ability to lift 50 lbs., stand/move for six (6) plus hours per day
Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and sensitive business information
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong computer skills, including ability to work with Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel
Electrozad is committed to accessibility and to protecting the human rights of all persons in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario’s Human Rights Code. We invite and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our organization. As such, Electrozad will provide reasonable accommodation for any applicant, as requested during the recruitment process.
Electrozad is committed to providing equal treatment with respect to employment according to the prohibited grounds of discrimination as established under human rights legislation. Electrozad ensures that all employees have meaningful employment that is ethical, fair, and free from discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

Western Canada Regional Sales Manager
Are you interested in advancing your career alongside a vibrant and inventive sales team?
Established in 1979 and marking our 45th anniversary, Liteline Corporation is a swiftly expanding privately owned lighting manufacturer. Our focus lies in LED lighting solutions catering to various sectors including architecture, hospitality, retail, office spaces, commercial properties, high-rise residential buildings, and beyond. With a workforce of over 140 individuals and our supporting agent network, Liteline is primed for continued strategic expansion in the years ahead!
We invite you to learn more about Liteline Corporation and our products here: https://www.liteline.com
 
The role of the Regional Sales Manager is to:

Manage a group of independent Sales agents.
Ensuring Agent network meets and exceeds sales goals in assigned territory.
Responsible for generating demand for products and identifying business opportunities with reps and within the customer base.
Work closely with other members of the team to ensure full engagement in the entire sales process.
Strive to achieve long-term relationships with Customer Partners by delivering ‘value-add’ selling techniques.
Keep up to date on product information and industry trends.
Monitor competitive trends and pressures within a territory.
Provide accurate technical data and advice to the Agent Team and Customer Partners
Conduct one-on-one reviews with all Sales Agents to build more effective communications, to understand training and development needs, and to provide insights for the improvement of Customer Partner engagement.
Maintain contact with all Customer Partners in the territory area to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
In our ideal candidate, we are looking for:

5-7 years of experience in sales management.
Existing relationships with specifiers, distributors, and other customers
Extensive experience in all aspects of Customer Relationship Management
Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics
Excellent communication skills, and ability to articulate technical data, features, and benefits.
Personable positive attitude
Strong customer service focus
Excellent time management skills
Ability to work individually and as a team.
Ability to learn and develop sales strategies and key performance indicators to measure success.
Ability to manage all aspects of the relationship between the Customer Partners and Agent network.
Ability to travel 50% within the territory.
For the right candidate, we will offer:

Competitive pay commensurate with qualifications and experience
An opportunity to be part of an innovative, growing organization that supports learning and development.
We appreciate all applicants for their submissions; however, only those chosen for further consideration will receive communication from us.
 
As an equal-opportunity employer, we highly regard the distinct skills and backgrounds of all applicants. We understand that each potential member of our team at Liteline contributes to the realization of our goal in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
 
We are dedicated to accommodating individuals with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require any accommodations to participate in any stage of our recruitment and selection process, please contact hr@liteline.com  with the position title in the subject line, and a member of our Human Resources team will reach out to assist you promptly.