Food Service and Retail Sales Representative - Toronto

Job Posting:

Ready For a Tasty New Challenge?

Overview

The Food Service and Retail Sales Representative is focused on driving sales growth and relationship building with the defined region of responsibility. The Team Member will use their exceptional sales and relationship building to strengthen and grow customer relationships within both Food Service and General Retail sectors.

This role will report directly to the Director of Food Service and General Retail.

What Wonderbrands Offers:

• Wonderbrands believes in Home Grown Talent and accelerated career growth
• Competitive Compensation, Health, and Dental Benefits
• Pension plan with matching contribution
• Bonuses
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.

Responsibilities:

Drive all General Retail and Food Service opportunities within region:

• Builds and maintains strong relationships with all General Retail and Food Service customers in the region.
• Ensures all stores are executed the Wonderbrands Way: planogram compliance, visible pricing, optimized use of shelf and secondary displays.
• Support the sell-in of POS materials to stores, ensures these are communicated and delivered to the Specialist in a timely manner that lines up with innovation launches or holiday schedules
• Collaboratively works with SLM and ASL peers to drive executional priorities
• May attend General Retail or Food Service customer trade shows.

Requirements

• Post Secondary Degree: A degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Food Science, Hospitality Management, or a related field is often required.
• Relevant Experience: Typically, 3+ years of experience in account management, sales, or business development within the food service or retail industry. Experience in managing key accounts or large clients is highly valued.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong knowledge in the food service and retail sectors, including market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.

• Sales and Negotiation: Strong skills in sales techniques, negotiation, and closing deals. Ability to drive revenue and meet sales targets.
• Relationship Management: Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, understanding their needs, and providing tailored solutions.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present effectively and engage with clients at all levels.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement strategies to grow and sustain key accounts. Understanding of how to align strategies with client needs and company objectives.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to interpret sales data, market trends, and customer feedback to make informed decisions and recommendations.
• Project Management: Skills in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Problem Solving: Effective problem-solving skills to address and resolve client issues promptly.

What is the recipe for a great career at Wonderbrands

Wonderbrands, is a leading Canadian bakery with 140 years of experience in baking packaged breads. We are the makers of Wonder Bread, Country Harvest, D’Italiano, Gadoua, and Casa Mendosa. We have a network of 14 Bakery Manufacturing facilities across Canada.

We are heavily focused on embracing an entrepreneurial drive and a highly collaborative start up culture with an emphasis on cross-functional collaboration.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

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