Sales Assistant

CES Energy Solutions is a dynamic and growing North American oilfield services company listed on the TSX as CEU with revenue of over $2 billion. It is one of the largest providers of production chemicals and drilling fluid systems and is focused on being the leading provider of technically advanced chemical solutions throughout the life cycle of the oilfield. Canadian Energy Services, the drilling fluids division of CES Energy Solutions, is looking for a self-motivated and experienced individual to fill the position of Sales Assistant. This full-time, diverse position is located in Calgary, Alberta and reports directly to the Office Manager. Their main focus will be to support the Sales Team in a number of detail-oriented activities. Hours of work include 8: 00 am to 4: 30 pm (overtime will be required). Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Monthly reconciliation of expenses for the Sales Team.
• Coordinate travel as required in accordance with policies and procedures, including hotel, flights, taxis, and car rentals for the Sales Team.
• Prepare documentation, correspondence, memoranda, reports, presentations and research.
• Manage all aspects of meeting support for various monthly, quarterly, and yearly meetings, including all logistics, meeting minutes, agendas, action item follow up.
• Assist with preparation of industry updates and presentations.
• Complete special projects which may require research, as assigned.
• Complete food orders and monthly staff lunches.
• Provide clerical and general office support as required.
• Cover Reception.
• Complete all other duties as required.
• On call and after hours mandatory.

Required skillset:

• Experience in, or understanding of, the drilling fluids business would be considered an asset.
• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within Oil and Gas or industry.
• Degree or Diploma in Office Administration or similar would be considered an asset.
• Professional manner and value confidentiality in all dealings.
• Event planning experience is a must.
• Confident, detail orientated and enthusiastic team player.
• Advanced Word, Excel & PowerPoint skills.
• Exceptional organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Creative, detail oriented with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to work accurately and calmly under tight deadlines.
• Flexible hours – schedule will vary depending on the needs of the CEO, President, and Sales Team.
• Emergency accessibility by phone/text/email during office hours, as well as weekends and evenings.

Canadian Energy Services offers our employees a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. CES will not discriminate employees, or potential employees on the grounds of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, age, or sexual orientation. CES prides itself on adhering to the provisions of the Canadian Human Rights Act. We will continue to be committed to recruiting, hiring, promoting, and training the most qualified individuals for positions at all levels within the Company. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only contact those individuals who qualify for an interview. Please, no phone calls.