Co-op, Sales As part of the Sales Organization/Team this position will assist in the development and execution of the Public Sector GO TO MARKET strategies. The Business Development Sales Solutions Specialist will work in conjunction with Sales management team to support a collaborative approach engaging all stakeholders in the execution of assignments using a skill set that includes effective communication; project management; competitive and customer profiling; data collection and analysis; and demand generation design and deployment (programs, tools and collateral). The co-op student will either focus on researching, collecting data and analyzing internal processes to improve strategies. Or they will focus on externally researching the public sector industry and improving strategies. RESPONSIBILITIES: �· Supports the Sales Managers to drive market demand for an assigned portfolio of Ricoh Services by helping to execute on a developed and approved Go To Market Strategy; �· Works with Market Analysts and other resources to collect competitive and customer intelligence in order to identify issues/opportunities to drive demand for Ricoh Services; �· Proactively works closely with Marketing, Sales and Business units to develop sales tools and resources, and communications that create demand and drive sales; �· Collaborates with all Stakeholders (cross-functionally) to design and implement required plans and processes to execute marketing activities; �· Provides Support for Sales Channels as required; �· Provide on-site support for various sales and corporate events; �· Assist with other marketing activities and assuming additional responsibilities as required. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: �· Must be currently enrolled in an accredited learning institution in pursuit of a business related degree. Specialization in marketing, commerce, strategy and/or entrepreneurship preferred; SKILLS: �· Have excellent problem solving skills and great work ethic; �· Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks through to completion under own initiative; �· Strong verbal and written communication skills; �· Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, proactively managing issues and challenges, while promoting open communication, team work and contributing to a positive work environment; �· Excellent computer skills including proficiency with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); �· Possesses a professional demeanor. �· Bilingual (French and English) Come Create at Ricoh: If you are seeking a team driven by passion and purpose, come create with us at Ricoh. We are a team of information seekers and customer-obsessed collaborators who aspire to deliver the services, solutions, and technologies that empower business success. We are looking for talented, inspired individuals to join us to help drive high-performance team and our commitment to excellence. Ricoh is an integrated solutions provider and partner that connects people and technology, creates outstanding customer experiences, and delivers innovation for businesses worldwide. We empower digital workplaces by enabling individuals to work smarter from any location and harness the power of information—how it is collected, stored, managed, and shared—to unlock the potential in every organization. We deliver services and technologies that inspire our customers’ success and guide them toward a better and more sustainable future. If you are seeking a purpose-driven and passionate team, come create with us, and help drive our high-performance culture of excellence into tomorrow. Invest in Yourself: At Ricoh, you can: - Select the medical, dental, life, and disability insurance coverage that fits your needs. - Contribute to your financial security with Ricoh Canada’s Retirement plan, with company matching contributions. - Augment your education with team member tuition assistance programs. - Enjoy paid vacation time and paid holidays annually. - Tap into many other benefits to enhance your health, wellness such and ongoing personal and professional development.