Axalta

Product Specialist (Body Shop/Collision experience required)

Axalta  •  Coquitlam, CA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Job Title: Product Specialist (Collision, Body Shop experience needed)

Job #: 2026-17022

Industry: Manufacturing (Paint, Coatings)

Location: Remote (Seeking Candidates in Coquitlam (Vancouver BC) area)

Salary Range: Depends Upon Experience

Number of Positions: 1

Background: Candidates must pass a Background Check & Drug Test. Candidates will be driving a company car, so a Valid Driver’s License and good Driving Record are required.

Experience: We are seeking candidates with at least 5 years’ experience and strong technical knowledge and experience in the Collision/Body Shop Industry. Strong knowledge of Automotive Paint/Coatings is preferred. We need candidates who have excellent Customer Service skills.

https://www.axalta.com/corporate/en_US.html (Company Website Link)

The Product Specialist is a product technical resource for the market sales team. He/she will support all Axalta products in all segments including Premium, Mainstream, and Economy to promote growth and customer loyalty. The Product Specialist works as a member of a market sales team to contribute to sales growth and customer satisfaction. This is a remote-based role ideally located in Vancouver Market and will require up to 25% travel supporting market needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develops, trains and supports our distributor personnel to meet the needs of our collision shop customers, particularly in the areas of new products, technical support, training availability, and value-added programs
  • Trained and competent in all Axalta brands and technologies and processes to lead new customer installations, train and certify painters, and troubleshoot technical issues
  • Conducts education events like refinisher meetings, lunch and learns, WOW sessions and counter clinics to provide guidance in optimizing paint and material system performance and profitability
  • Always demonstrates safety awareness, including emphasis on the safe application of products and the use of personal protective equipment while acting as an example for customers
  • Is a strong team player and actively seeks opportunities to support market activities; collaborates well with team and eagerly contributes ideas during market meetings
  • Completes and participates in all ongoing trainings – assessments and certifications for all Axalta brands and technologies
  • Utilizes Axalta paint and material account management tools to support key accounts and reinforces Axalta’s technical support network with shop personnel
  • Manages overall selling expense within designated budget
  • Remains current with industry trends and association activities
  • Demonstrates and fosters teamwork with peers and other resources to meet customer needs and document progression
  • Maintains a flexible schedule and willingness to travel

Job Requirements:

  • High School Diploma, preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of Industry experience
  • Valid Driver’s License, required
  • Possesses good computer skills and can effectively use applications such as e-mail, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Acts with a high sense of urgency, and will be able to prioritize work effectively
  • Having a good understanding of body shop operations and application equipment
  • Demonstrates effective written, oral communication, and presentation skills
  • Must possess strong problem solving, time management and communication skills
  • Aptitude to effectively work with others as a contributing member of a high-performance sales team
  • Ability to sell, influence and negotiate with customers
  • Good interpersonal skills and sensitivity/respect for peoples' differences
  • Self-motivated; must be an effective performer with minimal supervision
  • Presents oneself in professional manner throughout all levels of the organization
  • Business background/acumen and strong customer focus
  • Has the ability to effectively network internally and with customers
  • Is an active listener and is able to interpret customer needs

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

Recruitment Fraud Alert We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you’ve encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to TA-Support-Center@axalta.com.

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Axalta

About Axalta

Axalta provides performance coatings for a wide range of industrial applications; light vehicle and commercial vehicle coatings for original equipment manufacturers; and refinish surface preparation and coating systems for body shops globally. Our team serves more than 100,000 customers in over 140 countries. With more than 150 years of experience and impact, we innovate smarter surface solutions for better living and a sustainable future.

Markets We Serve:

Mobility

Industrial

Refinish

Fast Facts

• 150+ year legacy

• $5.2B in net sales

• ~12k employees

• ~1,300 scientists, technical experts and engineers

• ~1,000 patents + pending applications

• Products sold in over 140 countries

• 4 Major R&D Centers

• Partnering with 90k body shops

• Supply 13 of the top 15 global auto OEMs

• Funded 16 scholarships for future STEM leaders

• 80% of new technology to have sustainable benefit by 2030

• Carbon neutral by 2040

Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Year Founded
2013
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