Sales Operations Support Consultant
Distech Controls’ success and reputation are fueled by our world-class team of employees. We look for qualified individuals who are striving to succeed and that wish to actively contribute to our continued growth. Distech Controls values its team members and offers them a modern, motivating work environment, and competitive salaries and benefits.
Distech Controls is a Canadian-based company located in Brossard, on the South Shore of Montreal (QC), with a European headquarter in Brignais (Lyon), France. We are proud to be part of the Acuity Inc. family since 2015. Our mission is to connect people with intelligent building solutions for better health, better space, and better efficiencies through our forward-thinking technologies and services.
Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.
We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications.
Job Summary
We are looking for a superstar sales operations support specialist to work with our Sales Operations Lead supporting the Americas region. This is a great opportunity to support a growing business with a focus in manufacturing, SaaS, and channel sales. You’ll join a dynamic team bringing innovative solutions to the market to make buildings smarter, safer, and greener through software, sensors, and controls.
This role ensures the regional sales team's daily operations run smoothly and efficiently, enabling rapid sales execution. Key areas of focus include optimizing sales processes, providing team support, managing data, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration. Success in this position requires strong technical proficiency, keen attention to detail, and problem-solving skills to streamline workflows and enhance overall sales effectiveness.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
- Sales Process Optimization & Management: Support day-to-day workflows and identify opportunities to streamline and enhance operational efficiency
- CRM & Sales Data Management: Ensure data accuracy, pipeline health, and reporting insights
- Sales Performance Tracking: Monitor & track sales KPI metrics and assist in annual quota/territory assignments
- Order Processing & Contract Management: Support vendor setup, customer agreements, and customer transactions. Liase with legal team
- Survey Administration & Event Logistics: Manage internal surveys and support regional event execution
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Align with various teams (customer experience, accounts receivable, legal, marketing, etc.) to enhance sales strategy execution
Skills and Minimum Experience Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field
- 3-5 years of experience working within a sales organization
- Knowledge of sales methods, pipeline management, and CRM systems
- Strong project management and cross-functional coordination abilities
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving and attention to detail
- Technical proficiency in sales tools and troubleshooting systems
- Experience with contract management, RFP execution, and vendor relations
- Effective communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Bilingual in French/English is a bonus
Distech Controls Inc. is owned by Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., which is located in the United States. These companies share a global recruitment system on which the data you provide will be stored, and which will be subject to the laws of the United States of America.
We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The range for this position is $64,300.00 to $115,700.00 Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location.
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
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