Allegro Central Vacuum Career Section

Allegro Central Vacuum Systems is a manufacturing and global distribution company with headquarters in Oakville, Ontario. We strive to deliver high quality service and great customer experiences while making our products and services more accessible in North American markets. We pride ourselves on our commitment to our customers and our employees, with great wages, outstanding employee support, and unlimited advancement opportunities.

If you're a hardworking, driven, and committed individual interested in advancing your career, join us and make your work matter.

1. Machine Operator, Metalworking and Mechanical assembler 

Responsibilities:

• Assemble, fit and install prefabricated parts to form subassemblies or finished products

• Position, align and adjust parts for proper fit and assembly

• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments such as calipers to perform assembly tasks -

• Lay out, set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machine

• Perform basic machining and welding operations as required

• Troubleshoot, perform corrective action or minor repairs

• Operate forklift to transport or position larger parts

• Inspect finished products for proper functioning, quality and adherence to specifications

• Check mechanical assemblies and subassemblies for alignment and proper functioning

• Make minor adjustments and repairs

• Receive and transport material to work area manually or using crane or hoist

• Pick, Pack and ship orders accurately

• Document work completed

• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Mechanical knowledge and aptitude

• Manual dexterity and Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments

• Experience with soldering, machining, welding, or other related skills is a plus

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Prior experience in a warehouse or manufacturing setting is preferred

• Handling heavy loads

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication

• Judgement

• Organized

• Team player

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

2. Warehouse Operator 

In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the efficient operation of our warehouse by receiving, storing, shipping, and assembling a variety of products.

Responsibilities

1. Unload, unpack, and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and damage.
2. Organize, store, and retrieve inventory in a safe and efficient manner.
3. Assemble products according to instructions.
4. Create and pack outgoing orders in secure boxes, ensuring proper labeling.
5. Accurately pick, pack, and ship orders according to customer requirements.
6. Maintain accurate inventory records through cycle counts and data entry.
7. Operate warehouse equipment, such as pallet jacks and potentially forklifts (depending on the role and qualifications).
8. Perform occasional heavy lifting tasks

Qualifications:

Highly organized
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Manual dexterity is a plus

Full time: 8 hours Shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

2. Finance and Administration Vice-President

The Finance and Administration Vice-President will plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of both our financial, accounting and operation departments.

What is the role of our Finance and Administration Vice-President?

To oversee business development, drive company growth and manage overall performance in accordance with established strategic directions and policies. Develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing the firm's profits. This position will be reporting directly to the President.


Responsibilities:

1. Oversee preparation and approval of monthly and annual financial statements.

2. Provide advice and analysis in the areas of reporting, planning, budgeting and costing to ensure the efficient and effective use of company resources.

3. Assess and review financial information and transactions to ensure integrity, accuracy, and recommend changes and improvements to procedures and processes.

4. Develop, implement, interpret and apply financial policies, procedures and controls to ensure compliance with legislation and central agency direction.

5. Network to develop business relations and other banking relations.

6. Negotiate with the banking sector and, evaluate, analyze, and review investments loan and credit applications and collateral and make recommendations.

7. Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations to maintain the general ledgers, perform the monthly close and reporting processes.

8. Oversee management of Accounts Receivable, Payable and Credit/Collections including policies for customer credit management. Review and approve vendor contracts.

9. Oversee corporate credit card management and expense reporting process, including expense policies and procedures.

10. Lead and motivate a qualified team necessary to support the growth of the business and meet the needs of customers.

11. Secure new market development in the Gulf region determining the demand for products and services and develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing the firms' profits.

12. Willing to travel within Canada, Middle East and the Gulf region and represent the company soundly and in a professional manner in negotiations and other official functions.

13. This role will also focus on continuous improvement of operations and will be dynamic with frequent changes in scope and scale.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in business administration
• A minimum of 15-years experience
• Work experience in the Gulf region is a definite plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills and experience using MS Office, mostly Excel
• Professionalism and confidentiality
• Enjoy working in constantly changing environments.
• Good communication skills in both French and English (spoken and written). Arabic is a highly desired asset.

3. Graphic Designer

We are looking for a graphic designer to create engaging and on-brand graphics for a variety of our central vacuum brands

What is the role of our graphic designer?
The graphic designer job description includes the entire process of defining requirements, visualizing and creating graphics including illustrations, layouts and photos. You'll be the one to shape the visual aspects of the websites, communications, packaging, flyers, exhibitions and more.
Your creations should capture the attention of those who see them and communicate the right message. For this, you need to have a creative flair and a strong ability to translate requirements into quality design. If you can communicate well and work methodically as part of a team, we'd like to meet you.
The objective is to inspire and attract the target audience and complement our top quality products.

Responsibilities
• Prepare rough drafts and present ideas
• Develop websites
• Work with the team to produce final design
• Test graphics across various media
• Amend designs after feedback
• Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand
• Implement successful promotions

Requirements
• Proven graphic designing experience
• A strong portfolio of illustrations or other graphics
• Familiarity with HTML, and design software (such as InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop)
• A keen eye for aesthetics, accuracy and details
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field would be a plus
 

4.Customer Service Representative

General Summary: As a Customer Service Representative your role will be focused on interactions with customers to provide information in response to inquiries about products and services and to handle and resolve complaints in an efficient and professional manner.

The Customer Service Representative will be responsible for:

• Making outbound customer service calls to existing customers;
• Management and resolution of any inbound customer service challenges;
• Efficient and professional responsiveness to emails and other correspondence from internal and external customers;
• Providing excellent, in-store customer service and high presentation standards for the showroom and accompanying materials;
• Providing product and service knowledge to prospective customers;
• Managing troubleshooting sessions with customers ;
• The creation and maintenance of customer communication documentation and
• Participation in continually improving customer service procedures and the Allegro customer service experience.

We are looking for:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• A proven track record in managing problematic customer service situations;
• Strong organizational, time management, and computer skills ;
• Ability to work autonomously, multi-task, set priorities, and have a flexible work schedule;
• Prior experience in customer service is an asset. Any experience in sales, retail, or call centre environments preferred.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma is required
• Successful candidates must pass a credit and criminal background check, and have a full Provincial Driver's License to be considered for this position

We offer a competitive salary, an annual incentive plan, benefits, and growth opportunities. We thank all interested applicants; however we will only be contacting those which possess the skills and qualifications as outlined above. Potential employees will be required to complete reference checks as part of the pre-employment process.

If you excel in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with dynamic and challenging results-driven work, your possibilities at Allegro Central Vacuum Systems are endless. Join us to make yourself at home.

5. Wholesale Sales Manager

As a wholesales sales manager you will liaise with key dealers to support their sales and improve their bottom-line. Reporting to the Director of Sales, you will be responsible for selling strategies, generate incremental business and maintain sales volume levels.

Accountability:

• Build a strong work relationship with the dealer network
• Maintain market intelligence and competitive information
• Organize in-store sales training
• Manage the account and assume dealer's business advisory role

Qualifications:

• Post Secondary Education in Business Administration
• 3 - 5 years sales experience

Required Skills:

• Strong presentation skills
• Strong Management and interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated and career oriented

6. E-commerce Coordinator 

Allegro Central vacuum Systems has a strong online presence serving customers across North America and Internationally. You will oversee all aspects of the e-commerce program, including online marketing and merchandising. You will assist in developing promotional plans and assume the responsibility for maintaining and updating position for assigned products.

Accountability:

Work closely with Marketing Department to implement a cohesive product launch.

As part of overall marketing team you will assist in developing long-term, sustainable online sales strategy

Track sales performance and maintain sales objectives

Establish customer service program

Develop and maintain e-shop sites.

Required Skills:

Bachelor's degree in computer program, business or related field

E-commerce experience is a definite asset

Knowledge in retails sales

Strong written and oral communication skills

Strong computer skills, knowledge of html would be an asset

7. Central Vacuum Installation and Service

We are looking for self-motivated, experienced, service focused individuals to be a part of our coast to coast Installation and Service team. Previous work experience in Central Vacuum Installation is a must. 

Please send your resume to: careers@allegrovacuums.com