Who are we:

At PRT, we believe in being the stewards of growth and renewal for generations to come. Our Mission is to provide the most trusted growing services, best suited to the needs of our customers, and we achieve that by putting our customers first while always respecting our employees. PRT is the largest commercial-scale growing provider in North America for a wide range of high-quality forestry seedling species. PRT has the capacity to grow and sell more than 630 million seedlings annually, at its 28 nursery locations across Canada & USA and we owe our success to our employees. By joining PRT you will become part of a team of people that grows trees for our future forests!

A Day in the Life:

PRT Growing Services Ltd. is searching for an experienced full-time, permanent Contract and Sales Administrator (CSA) to provide exceptional service and administrative support to our customers, the Customer Support Representatives (CSR) and Nursery Personnel. The CSA will be responsible for incoming customer calls and emails, maintaining order information in custom software systems, large volumes of data entry, preparation of customer contracts, administration of invoicing and various reporting.  Working alongside our Finance and Administration teams, the CSA provides support with accounts receivable, general accounting and ensures accurate records and reporting. The successful candidate must demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities while having the capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues. PRT displays a strong passion for supporting forest renewal and resource sustainability, the CSA will be part of a Customer Support team that supports the forest industry and exudes pride in having a positive impact on the sustainability and competitiveness of the forest industry.

Key Accountabilities of the Contract and Sales Administrator (CSA):

• Perform administrative sales tasks
• Keep neat and accurate records
• Create sales reports, annual Marketing Plans and presentations
• Correspond with customers
• Follow and enforce safe work practices
• Encourage innovation and continuous improvement
• Promote collaboration and teamwork at all levels
• Set targets (i.e., production, timelines) and evaluate achievement

About the team:

The Customer Contract and Sales Administrator will report to the CSA Supervisor. This position can be based out of any of PRT locations with preference given to candidates based out of our locations in Armstong, Pitt Meadows, Victoria, BC or Cottage Grove, Hubbard, Oregon.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you:

Required/Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 5-year experience supporting an active and geographically dispersed sales or project team
• Strong forestry, silviculture and forest seedling growing knowledge.
• Strong customer service skills, ability to communicate tactfully, efficiently, and effectively with all levels of staff and external parties.
• Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and superior work ethic
• Proven experience working with customer contracts with the ability to interpret and manipulate detailed information
• Good working knowledge of accounting processes as it relates to maintaining customer accounts; account receivable, credit/collections, and revenue recognition.
• Strong planning, organization, and time management skills
• Good problem-solving capabilities, proactive and self-motivated
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions
• Robust computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Work, Outlook)
• Experience operating with a high level of confidentiality and adherence to corporate compliance, reporting, and company policies
• A forward thinking, mature and professional nature.

Our Leadership Competencies:

• BUILD TRUST AND CONFIDENCE
• FOSTER COLLABORATION
• CREATE ACCOUNTABILITY TO ACHIEVE GOALS
• INSPIRE INNOVATION AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Compensation and Benefits:

At PRT, we believe in unconditional success through people. We strive to be the place where people can sow their career and grow with us. Other components of our total rewards offering include:

• Competitive annual salary matching your level of experience and ability
• A supportive team structured environment, a strong safety culture, and a commitment to the environment.
• Room to grow - Learning and growing is built into every role here. At PRT, you’ll get mentorship and acknowledgment for helping our business grow.
• Work-Life Balance – We’re proud to offer flexible paid time off for our employees
• Comprehensive Coverage - Our benefits offer comprehensive healthcare, dental and medical, matching RRSP/401k program, Employee and Family Assistance Plan, and education stipends.
• Collaboration and teamwork - Innovation doesn’t know hierarchy. We make sure everyone is heard, considered, and respected.
• Green Culture - Our PRT nurseries and seed orchards are vibrant and fun communities with employees who share a strong passion for the nature solutions we provide to our earth and doing their part in regenerating the forests of North America.

Next Steps:

We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We promote equality of opportunity and seek different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company’s performance and progress. We believe that diversity and inclusion help us drive innovation, make better decisions, achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive. We encourage you to connect with us at [email protected] for more information about our acessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.

To apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at; Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd.

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