Marketing Road Representative

Location: WINNIPEG, MB (1315 ST. JAMES STREET)

Description of position:
Meets with current and prospective members to increase membership sign ups and warehouse sales.

Daily tasks and responsibilities:

  • Canvasses businesses in the warehouse sales area in person and by phone to promote membership and foster sales.
  • Meets with business owners and assesses businesses to determine Costco products and services that offer benefit to members. Uses persuasive skills to promote memberships.
  • Meets with large businesses to discuss employee membership on-sites. Schedules and mans on-site membership signup events and collects funds.
  • Communicates the benefits of a Costco membership by promoting the Executive Membership and the credit card program to new and existing members. Meets department goals on New Member Executive, New MasterCard and Triple Play.
  • Uses personal vehicle.  
  • Keys daily activity log and tracks signups, appointments, calls and incentive programs. Submits clear mileage records and other expense receipts for reimbursement. 
  • Promotes good community relations by attending and participating in local community events and trade shows.
  • Helps Marketing Manager implement the marketing plan.
  • Provides prompt and courteous member service. Responds to member concerns using problem-solving skills, tact and discretion.
  • Assists at Membership Counter as necessary and with inside marketing programs.
  • Must achieve new membership revenue goals, which includes 20% New Member Executive and 20% New Member MasterCard on road signups.
  • Works evenings and weekends as required.
  • Follows safety, security and departmental procedures.


Non-Essential Functions and Tasks:

  • Assists in other areas of the warehouse as necessary.


Qualifications (Costco-specific or industry-specific skills that candidates must possess):

  • Education/Training : High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Licenses/Certifications : Valid driver's license required. Reliable vehicle with appropriate business insurance required.
  • Experience : Candidates with marketing or sales experience will be given preference over other candidates.
  • Knowledge/Skills : None
  • Other:         



Knowledge and talents recommended for job success:
NOTE: For postings in Quebec locations, candidates must be able to communicate in French (oral and written).

Location Details
Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. 1315 ST. JAMES STREET
WINNIPEG, MB R3H 0K9
P:
204-788-4415