Retail Customer Representative

Job Description

 The Opportunity:

Territory Sales Coverage in Cape Beton extending to Central Nova Scotia, new product presentation, focus on distribution, incremental display opportunities, cross merchandising, execute Marketing Initiatives, build strong customer relationships and execute all other tasks required to maintain and grow the territory.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Maximize territory coverage in the designated region
• Establish strong productive customer relationships
• Meet and exceed distribution targets
• Execute Marketing Initiatives with strong planning
• Lead Merchandising and cross promotion with other vendors and in-store departments
• Work with the Sales team and Business teams to secure commitments from customers
• Report Territory activities back to District Sales Manager in a timely manner
• Exceed distribution targets
• Exceed display targets
• Plan execution for all promotions
• Understand the financial implications of decisions made in the field
• Achieve personal goals as set out by District Sales Manager
• Represent Maple Leaf Foods with the highest level of professionalism and integrity

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring:

• 1-2 years sales experience is an asset
• Preferred post-secondary education and related experience
• Bilingual in English & French considered an asset
• Excellent time management and planning skills
• Excellent computer skills and ability to use an iPad effectively
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to work independently
• Strong planning skills and time management skills
• Priority management skills
• Microsoft Office knowledge
• Ability to make informed decisions independently
• Drive to succeed and surpass target

Additional Information

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [email protected]:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

Budgeted Salary / Salaire budgété: $64,000