About Savaria – Better Mobility for Life
Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Our vision is to empower people with mobility for life. We achieve this by providing products that improve mobility and access in daily life, and through our drive to build quality products and to be attentive to the needs of our customers.
Savaria employs 2,500 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
Position Summary
We are looking for a confident and proactive Architect/Builder Representative to join our dynamic sales team. This role will involve establishing and nurturing relationships with architects, builders, and contractors to position Savaria products prominently in project planning and execution phases. The ideal candidate is comfortable engaging professionally with architects and builders, enjoys on-site visits, and possesses a blend of bravery, intelligence, and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively represent Savaria.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organization that is committed to quality, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Savaria Sales, Installation and Service Inc. supplies, installs, and maintains lifts and elevators across Ontario and is a subsidiary of Savaria Corporation listed on the TSX: SIS.
Work Location:
This is a 100% on-site position at 2 Walker Dr, Brampton, ON L6T 5E1
Key Responsibilities:
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Build and maintain strong relationships with architects, builders, and contractors to promote Savaria solutions
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Conduct regular site visits, client meetings, and presentations to ensure product awareness and specification
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Position Savaria products early in project planning to increase inclusion in project designs
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Identify and pursue new business opportunities by tracking construction projects and industry trends
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Represent Savaria at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities
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Collaborate with internal teams including Sales, Marketing, and Technical Support to support client needs
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Maintain accurate records of activities, leads, and opportunities within CRM systems
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Provide regular updates and reports to the Sales Director on pipeline and performance
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Travel regularly throughout Ontario and occasionally to other regions (e.g., Calgary)
Perform other duties as assigned
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Qualifications & Experience
Education
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Degree or diploma in Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, or a related field preferred
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Equivalent experience will also be considered
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Both recent graduates and experienced professionals are encouraged to apply
Experience
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2–5 years of experience in sales, business development, or a related client-facing role is an asset
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Experience working with architects, builders, or within the construction industry is strongly preferred
Key Skills & Competencies
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Energetic, driven, and tenacious with a proactive mindset
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Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
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Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
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Confident presenter with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively
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Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
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Strong organizational and time management skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments
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Professional, customer-focused approach with strong business acumen
Why Work with Us?
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Be part of a global, publicly traded company with a meaningful mission
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Competitive compensation
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Competitive salary with medical and dental benefits.
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Opportunities for learning, development, and career growth
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Work with a collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation and integrity
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Make a difference by helping people access a better quality of life
Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility
Savaria is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all individuals. We value diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with applicable accessibility laws.
AI & Technology Notice (Recruitment Process):
Savaria may use technology tools to support parts of our recruitment process, including video/audio interview recording and secure internal systems to manage applications. Candidate information may be processed through our HR systems (including ADP Workforce Now) to support scheduling, communication, and recruitment workflow.
Interview recordings, where used, are collected for evaluation purposes only and are handled in a secure and confidential manner, in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Please note that we receive a high volume of applications. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in Savaria.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to something that matters, we encourage you to apply today.
Hiring steps
1. Pre-screening with HR
2. Virtual Interview with hiring manager/ Interview panels
3. In-person Interview and facility tour
4. Background check and offer
