Careers – Fast Eddie Authentic Apparel

Sales and Customer Service

The right candidate must possess 3+ years of sales and customer service experience. They must have a positive can-do attitude and be excited about working in a fast-paced atmosphere.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a specific territory within Canada representing multiple brands for both inbound and outbound calls. This job will require the right candidate to take and enter orders from our customers, perform customer service duties, provide customer follow up as well as generate sales by making outbound calls to an existing customer base.

The job is located in Uxbridge, Ontario and will involve both in office responsibilities as well as road trips twice a year based on our seasonal product launches and COVID protocols. This is a great position for someone who enjoys and thrives in sales and is geared to achieve.

Skills must include:

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications-especially Excel
Strong sales skills
Excels working in a team or individually
Exceptional communication skills
Exceptional organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

Handle customer service inquiries and problem solve by providing solutions to the customer in a timely manner
Identify and understand customer needs in order to recommend the appropriate products and sale opportunities
Learn the software used by our sales team for order entry and order processing
Updating customer data bases and information to serve your customers
Confident email and phone manner with a strong command of English
Using interpersonal and relationship building skills to identify needs and make product recommendations
Work safely and in compliance with our policies and procedures
Keep detailed notes of inbound and out bound calls and details for follow up and exploring
Process orders, follow up orders and requests
Provide details to other departments with regards to sales and marketing initiatives and product improvements and ideas
Have strong product knowledge of product line and be able to answer any questions from customers

Graphic Designer

About Choko

In 1983, Choko Motorsports was established and began manufacturing snowmobile clothing. The demand for quality Choko products quickly grew and today, we are designing, manufacturing, and distributing apparel and accessories for the tractor, farming and automotive industries. We are proud of our roots and to be privately Canadian-owned and operated.

We are a team of creative, passionate, and entrepreneurial minds and are excited to grow our team with a creative Graphic Artist/Designer. If a motorsport-based, fast-paced environment excites you, we want to meet you!

About the Job

As a Graphic Artist/Designer, you will help drive the design and layout of preliminary concepts through to final completion. You’ll accelerate into the design of jackets, caps, and t-shirts, along with creating our seasonal brochures and flyers.

You will:

Work closely with the graphic design and product development teams to discuss new design concepts considering both function and style, drawing up concepts in Illustrator.
Prepare pre-spec files to provide clear details for the product development department.
Maintain matrix files with the most recent updates.
Assist with the preparation of product pitches for sales, marketing, and seasonal catalogues.
Maintain organized, well labelled files and documents.
Conduct market research as required and stay up-to-date with market trends and new developments.

What you bring:

Post-secondary degree or certificate in Graphic Design or equivalent experience.
Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop software.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to think creatively.
Highly attentive to detail.
Goal and deadline-oriented with the ability to deliver quality work in a timely manner.

What we offer:

Full-time, permanent position.
Weekday business hours – Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm.
Benefit plan.
Company events such as summer BBQs, theme lunches, and annual holiday parties.
Discount on apparel and accessories.

Inside Sales Rep and Customer Service Agent

About Choko

In 1983, Choko Motorsports was established and began manufacturing snowmobile clothing. The demand for quality Choko product quickly grew and today, we are designing, manufacturing, and distributing apparel and accessories for the tractor, farming and automotive industries. We are proud of our roots and to be privately Canadian owned and operated. We are a team of creative, passionate, and entrepreneurial minds and are excited to grow our team with talented Inside Sales Representatives. If you are geared to achieve and sales get your motor running, we want to meet you! About the Job As an Inside Sales Representative, you will help drive sales with our existing customer base. There are also opportunities to expand the customer base as you expand in the auto and tractor industry. You will be responsible for a specific territory within Canada representing multiple automotive and tractor brands. This role also includes road trips to your territory dealers twice per year, based on season product launches and pandemic protocols.

You will:

Manage your territory, building on current relationships as well as forge new working relationships with dealers.
Order entry and processing into sales software, following up on outstanding orders and requests.
Resolve customer complaints and queries. Identify and understand customer needs in order to recommend appropriate product and upsells.
Keep detailed notes of inbound/outbound calls for future follow up.
Sell products to our clientele base
Provide details to other departments with regards to sales/marketing initiatives and new product ideas.
Have a strong knowledge of product lines inside and out to answer questions from territory customers.

What you bring:

Experience in Sales with proven track record of meeting targets and objectives.
Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to work independently as well as, as a team.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
A comfort level with sales quotas, with a strong desire to meet and exceed achievable targets.
Positive, entrepreneurial mindset with can-do attitude.
Excellent working knowledge of MS Office programs including excel.
Bilingualism in French and English would be an asset.

What we offer:

Full-time, permanent position.
Weekday business hours – Monday-Friday 8am-5pm (8:30am to 5:30pm rotation) *Some overtime/weekend may be required during busy season.
Benefit plan after 3 months probationary period.
Company events such as summer BBQs, theme lunches, annual holiday party.
Discount on apparel and accessories.
Lots of opportunity to learn. You never know what the day will bring.

Product Development Assistant

About Choko

In 1983, Choko Motorsports was established and began manufacturing snowmobile clothing. The demand for quality Choko products quickly grew and today, we are designing, manufacturing, and distributing apparel and accessories for the agriculture and automotive industries. We are proud of our roots and to be privately Canadian-owned and operated.

We are a team of creative, passionate, and entrepreneurial minds and are looking for a creative Product Development Assistant to join our team!

About the Job

As Product Development Assistant, you will be a key liaison communicating with our automotive and agricultural licensees ensuring brand guidelines are followed with your keen eye for detail. Your day-to-day will include communicating externally with our factories and suppliers, negotiating costs/quantities and sourcing and developing new product ideas.

Responsibilities:

Research and source new ideas for product lines and review with the entire team.
Professionally communicate with local and overseas vendors to ensure standards are met within the timeline and scheduled deadlines for each season.
Edit Brochures and pricelists.
Negotiate costing and quantities, delivery, and terms with vendors for clothing and/or accessories.
Generate new part numbers for garments in Excel spreadsheets.
Maintaining/sizing specs and quality standards for clothing and accessories.
Liaison with licensees to manage and track approvals.
Creating product lines for our brands and custom programs.
Create descriptions and call out attributes of all products.

Skills and Qualifications:

Post-secondary education, education in fashion or garment construction would be considered an asset.
Working knowledge of MS Office.
Experience with Adobe Illustrator, photo editing and photography skills are an asset.
Strong prioritization and multitasking skills.
Ability to work in fast-paced environments and adhere to deadlines.
Attention to detail is essential.
Ability to work overtime occasionally as business needs.
Strong communication skills and command of the English language

Folding Room Associate

Job Description

In 1983, Choko Motorsports was established and began manufacturing snowmobile clothing. The demand for quality Choko product quickly grew and today, we are designing, manufacturing, and distributing apparel and accessories for the tractor, farming and automotive industries. We are proud of our roots and to be privately Canadian owned and operated.

We are a team of creative, passionate, and entrepreneurial minds and are excited to grow our team with motivated Folding Room Associates.

As Folding Room Associate, you will play an integral part in ensuring embroidered orders are folded and shipped out to customers in timely manner. Accept all incoming garment orders and fold/bag in a timely manner.

Training will be provided.

Skills:

Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
Good eye for detail and ability to follow work orders.
Able to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to take direction.
Be able to lift and move boxes.

Responsibilities:

Labeling and bagging of products.
Garment Mending.
Inspect incoming garments for quality/defects.
Access computer system for product information.
Receive inbound product into the folding room from packing slips and purchase order documents.

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company events
On-site gym
On-site parking
Store discount

Our working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional overtime on evenings and weekends may be required as needed to meet business needs.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Embroidery Machine Operator

Job Description

In 1983, Choko Motorsports was established and began manufacturing snowmobile clothing. The demand for quality Choko product quickly grew and today, we are designing, manufacturing, and distributing apparel and accessories for the tractor, farming and automotive industries. We are proud of our roots and to be privately Canadian owned and operated.

We are a team of creative, passionate, and entrepreneurial minds and are excited to grow our team with a motivated Embroidery Machine Operator.

As Embroidery Machine Operator, you will play an integral part in preparing garments and setting up the embroidery machine to complete orders to customer specifications.

Operate a 5 head machine and single head machine. Manually hoop garments to ensure accurate embroidery and embroidery placement.

Training will be provided.

Skills:

Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
Good eye for detail and ability to follow work orders.
Able to stand for long periods of time.
Previous embroidery experience will set you apart from other candidates however, not required.
Ability to learn and grow within the position, becoming an expert at embroidery.
Be able to manually hoop garments.

Responsibilities:

Operate a 5 head and Single head embroidery machine.
Garment Mending.
Labeling and bagging of products.
Inspect incoming garments for quality/defects.
Access computer system for production information/embroidery instructions and files.

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company events
On-site gym
On-site parking
Store discount

Our working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional overtime on evenings and weekends may be required as needed to meet business needs.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Delivery Driver

About Choko

In 1983, Choko Motorsports was established and began manufacturing snowmobile clothing. The demand for quality Choko product quickly grew and today, we are designing, manufacturing, and distributing apparel and accessories for the tractor, farming, and automotive industries. We are proud of our roots and to be privately Canadian owned and operated.

We are a team of creative, passionate, and entrepreneurial minds and are excited to grow our team with motivated Distribution Centre Associates.

We are looking for a responsible individual to drive our Ford Transit Van to make local daily pick-ups and deliveries.

Responsibilities:

Safe operation of the vehicle,
Scheduling regular maintenance
Keeping fluids topped up
Maintaining a clean and tidy vehicle
Preparing orders for daily deliveries
Maintaining positive relationships with our vendors’ staff members
Loading and unloading the vehicle at our facility and at our vendors’ facility

Requirements:

Must be over 25 years old (for insurance purposes)
Must have a Valid G Class Driver’s License
Must have a clean driving record
Must be able to lift over 50 lbs. on a regular basis

Starting at $16.50 per hour

Hours are MON – FRI; 8:00AM – 5:00PM (must be able to stay later when needed on weekdays)

Occasional Saturdays will be required

Can start ASAP

Purchasing Assistant

Job description

Choko Authentic Apparel is a proudly Canadian owned & operated company and we are looking for a Custom Order/Purchasing assistant to join our growing team!

Our team is dynamic and creative. Our expertise is in designing, creating, manufacturing and distributing premium lifestyle apparel and we are proud of our enviable reputation for design concepts and the durability of our products.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will use your keen attention to detail to process purchase orders for customization of hats, garments and accessories for a multitude of customers.

You will assist in the processing of purchase orders to ensure program goods are in stock and branded as need for the upcoming season and act as a cover for the order management desk.

You will source out and purchase blank goods from suppliers.

You will work closely with the sales department to make sure customers’ needs are met and customizations are processed quickly and accurately.

Work with our Product Development team and Art Department on Seasonal Catalogue apparel and accessory finishing.

Help maintain database for season switchover and pricing accuracy.

Run sales reports for upcoming season forecasts. Strong Knowledge of Excel required.

To be successful in this position you need to have strong attention to detail and be able to work with all departments within company as well as vendors.

Skills:

Knowledge of heat transfer, embroidery and screen printing is an asset.
High level knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
You will have Math and analytical skills.
Knowledge of ERP/business systems. SPIRE would be an asset.
Knowledge of purchasing and inventory movements.
Keyboarding/data entry.

Responsibilities:

Assist with custom orders and regular inventory.
Use embroidery software to set up logos specific to customer requests.
Make recommendations on thread colour, size and location for decorating garments.
Organize and plan custom work orders based on customer requirements.
Work with outside vendors to have product/custom orders ready on time to meet deadlines.
Issue purchase orders.
Run and analyze inventory reports.
Work with the art dept, product development and sales dept to ensure stock is decorated correctly.
Maintain inventory records.
ERP system updates (create and maintain part numbers, part number classifications).
Complete Multi company inventory transfers.
Issue/receive purchase orders
Update inventory through receipts and adjustments within the ERP system
Work with in-house production and warehouse
Liaise with outside production partners to ensure proper/timely completion of production and delivery/receipt of new stock
Work with order management/sales department to ensure stock is ready and available to ship when needed
Data Entry

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company events
On-site gym
On-site parking
Store discount

Our working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional overtime on evenings and weekends may be required as needed to meet business needs.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent