We are the only Canadian owned and leading manufacturer of fall protection products in western Canada. Established in 2001, our company delivers custom made products, quality manufacturing and second to none service. Located just east of Edmonton in Sherwood Park Alberta, our facility is strategically positioned to provide fall protection services to many industries such as residential, commercial, and industrial construction as well as the growing communication, energy and utilities… Show more We are the only Canadian owned and leading manufacturer of fall protection products in western Canada. Established in 2001, our company delivers custom made products, quality manufacturing and second to none service. Located just east of Edmonton in Sherwood Park Alberta, our facility is strategically positioned to provide fall protection services to many industries such as residential, commercial, and industrial construction as well as the growing communication, energy and utilities sectors.Our company is proud to offer a complete line of fall protection products, from harnesses and lanyards to horizontal lifelines and anchor points. As the only western Canadian manufacturer, our company is dedicated to supporting local and national suppliers, with most products manufactured from locally produced materials.We hold patents on our innovative product designs and have actively participated in the advancement of product design and industry standards as a voting member of the CSA (Canadian Standards Association) Z259 Technical Committee for Fall Protection since 2003.Safety Direct Ltd. continues to expand its distribution network across Canada and into the United States. In order to bring quality products into the markets, relationships have been built with strategic partners who share the same core values and dedication to quality. By combining expertise in fall protection with a team of engineers, fabricators and trainers, Safety Direct has become the “go to” guys for Fall Protection. Show less

Identify trendsetter ideas by researching industry and related events, publications, and announcements; tracking individual contributors and their accomplishments.Locate or propose potential business deals by contacting potential partners; discovering and exploring opportunities.Develop negotiating strategies and positions by studying integration of new venture with company strategies and operations; examining risks and potentials; estimating partners' needs and goals.Close new… Show more Identify trendsetter ideas by researching industry and related events, publications, and announcements; tracking individual contributors and their accomplishments.Locate or propose potential business deals by contacting potential partners; discovering and exploring opportunities.Develop negotiating strategies and positions by studying integration of new venture with company strategies and operations; examining risks and potentials; estimating partners' needs and goals.Close new business deals by coordinating requirements; developing and negotiating contracts; integrating contract requirements with business operations.Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential.Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.Enhance organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Show less

Achieve regional sales operational objectives by contributing regional sales information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining regional sales system improvements; implementing change.Meet regional sales financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling… Show more Achieve regional sales operational objectives by contributing regional sales information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining regional sales system improvements; implementing change.Meet regional sales financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.Establish sales objectives by creating a sales plan and quota for districts in support of national objectives.Maintain and expand customer base by counseling district sales representatives; building and maintaining rapport with key customers; identifying new customer opportunities.Recommend product lines by identifying new product opportunities, and/or product, packaging, and service changes; surveying consumer needs and trends; tracking competitors.Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks.Accomplishe sales and organization mission by completing related results as needed. Show less

Direct warehouse operationsMaintain branch security, opening and closing of branch, oversee cashdeposit activity.Complete and submit in a timely manner all necessary paperwork regardingpersonnel, accounting, accounts payable, etc.Manage workflow to assist staff in balancing prioritiesCoordinate annual inventory and manage branch inventory status Includingbut not limited to; cycle counts, demand, trends, min/max calculations andapprove RMA’s.Reconcile… Show more Direct warehouse operationsMaintain branch security, opening and closing of branch, oversee cashdeposit activity.Complete and submit in a timely manner all necessary paperwork regardingpersonnel, accounting, accounts payable, etc.Manage workflow to assist staff in balancing prioritiesCoordinate annual inventory and manage branch inventory status Includingbut not limited to; cycle counts, demand, trends, min/max calculations andapprove RMA’s.Reconcile inventory discrepancies and adjustmentsNegotiate pricing and issues with vendors in conjunction with purchasingand sales managementEnsure facility is maintained in a neat and professional manner.Solicit feedback from subordinates, peers, and other team members withthe goal of personal or operational improvement.Responsible for the cost effective requisition supplies of needed equipment,supplies, and outsourced services with acceptable suppliers.Develop sales and expense budget for the branch operationsDirect accounts receivable activities for branch. Ensure collection calls aremade and outstanding debt is collected. Check credit, open new accounts.Work with Credit Manager as needed.Assign and directs all work performed in the branch and supervises allareas of operation in accordance with established companypolicies/procedures, objectives and applicable laws.Through management decisions, communication and behavior, creates aculture and a team that works together to meet customer needs and achievedesired results.Anticipates staffing requirements to meet operational needs.Participate in the recruiting and interviewing process of new employees.Oversee training as well as identify and foster development opportunities forall branch personnel as required or needed.Periodically evaluates the performance of branch personnel, develop goalsand objectives. Provide both formal and informal feedback on a regularbasis.Ensures the safety of all employees Show less