Technical Sales Representative - Halifax, NS (or St. John, NB)

Company Description

Sika Canada is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Sika Group. The company develops and manufactures special construction products for the building and civil engineering sectors, which include concrete repair, protection and structural reinforcement, sealing and bonding, waterproofing, concrete admixtures and additives (ready-mixed concrete, precast concrete, shotcrete, etc.), industrial, commercial and institutional flooring and roofing systems. Sika Canada is also active in the home improvement and consumer solutions market with a range of specific products. The Industrial Products Division develops sealing, bonding and protection solutions for the railway, automotive, truck, industrial body and other OEM markets, windshield replacement, shipbuilding, appliances and equipment, fenestration, etc. Sika Canada has regional offices and industrial sites in Quebec, Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia and employs over 450 people in Canada. The company is ISO 9001 - 14001 certified and a member of the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC).

Job Description

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a driven, curious, and ambitious Technical Sales Representative—someone with a genuine passion for sales, relationship‑building, and learning.

Whether you’re an early‑career professional or a new graduate eager to launch a career in technical sales, what matters most is your fire for sales, coachability, and hunger to grow. If you’re motivated by results, enjoy being in front of customers, and want to build a long‑term career in a global organization, this role is built for you.

What You’ll Do

As part of the Sales team, you’ll work closely with and under the direction of the Regional Sales Manager, developing your own customer portfolio while gaining hands‑on exposure to technical selling.

You will:

• Sell and promote Sika’s solutions in concrete repair & protection, flooring systems (epoxy & urethane), masonry mortars, and stucco/EIFS systems
• Meet with contractors, distributors, and clients to understand project needs and recommend the right technical solutions
• Provide product demonstrations, technical guidance, and application recommendations to customers and distributors
• Support the Regional Sales Manager with distributor and client contract reviews
• Develop new business, grow existing accounts, and increase regional market share
• Monitor competitor activity and defend Sika’s value proposition in the marketplace
• Coordinate closely with Customer Service to ensure orders are placed seamlessly
• Actively contribute to team initiatives while following Sika Canada’s quality, safety, and environmental standards

Territory & Travel

• Based in Halifax, NS (or St. John’s), supporting Nova Scotia
• Travel within the Maritimes (NB & PEI) based on business needs
• Approximately 50% regional travel
• Occasional travel to Montreal (2–3 times per year) for training or business meetings

What We Offer

At Sika, you’re not just given a role—you’re set up for success.

• One‑on‑one coaching and ongoing mentorship
• A high‑autonomy role managing your own book of business
• Strong team support from business developers and technical experts
• Exposure to decision‑makers, project leaders, and industry professionals
• A culture that rewards initiative, accountability, and results

Why Join Sika?

Many of our most successful Technical Sales Representatives joined Sika with limited construction or sales experience but a strong desire to learn and perform. Success here is driven by mindset, collaboration, and execution—not just background.

What you’ll gain:

• Competitive Compensation: Base pay plus sales incentives and bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes optional RRSP and company-matched pension plan
• Career Growth: World-class learning programs through Sika Business School
• Wellness Support: Dedicated wellness account to invest in your well-being
• Work-Life Balance: Paid volunteer time off and flexible hybrid schedule
• Recognition Culture: Celebrate success with Sika Golden Awards, badges, and more
• Family-Friendly Benefits: Top-class maternity and paternity top-up program
• Extra Perks: Paid time off during Christmas and New Year

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Advance Diploma in Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
• Minimum 2 years of sales experience; technical or construction‑related selling is an asset
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, team‑based environment
• Proven ability to build strong customer relationships and translate strategy into execution
• Strong time management and territory planning skills
• Persuasive, results‑driven, and customer‑focused with a clear passion for sales
• Comfortable using technology, including MS Office applications and smartphones
• Professional business appearance in line with Sika’s dress policy
• Willingness to support career growth, which may involve domestic and/or international mobility

Vehicle/ Driver’s License Requirements:

• Company vehicle provided.
• Must have valid driver’s license and comply with Sika Fleet Safety Policy requirements.
• Technical Sales Representatives has responsibility for prudent care and protection of company assets.

Why You’ll Belong Here

By joining Sika, you become part of a diverse, inclusive, and high‑performing team that is committed to innovation, collaboration, and long‑term careers—no matter your background.

If sales excites you, if you thrive on building relationships, and if you want to grow with a global organization that invests in its people—we want to hear from you.

Additional Information

• Join the family of Sika AG, with over 33,200 employees and companies set up in over 100 countries, which provide ample of opportunities to grow. 
• Many of our employees describe their working relationships at Sika as friendly, personable and sincere. We call this the "Sika Spirit".
• For such a large company, we have a surprisingly flat hierarchy with direct decision-making processes and decentralized organizational units.
• We firmly believe that the diversity of our workforce is a key contributing factor to our success story.

Sika is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

Sika Canada discloses that we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications. However, we want to emphasize that AI does not make final decisions or eliminate candidates from consideration. Our dedicated hiring managers and recruiters carefully review all applications to ensure a fair and comprehensive evaluation process. This approach combines the efficiency of AI with the expertise and judgment of our experienced hiring team, allowing us to identify the best candidates while maintaining a human-centered hiring process.