Account manager - sales

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: Bilingual
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Manufacture
• Retail/wholesale establishment/distribution centre
• Food processing industry

Tasks

• Work with the marketing department to understand and communicate marketing messages to the field
• Determine strategic planning related to new product lines
• Lead sales team in building relationships with business clients and manage negotiations of sales contracts
• Organize regional and divisional sales operations
• Plan, direct and evaluate the activities of sales departments in commercial, industrial, wholesale and retail and other establishments
• Provide customer service
• Manage events

Computer and technology knowledge

• Data analysis software
• Database software
• Electronic mail
• MS Office
• Project management software
• Salesforce
• Spreadsheet
• MS Windows
• MS Excel

Area of work experience

• Marketing
• Product development

Type of industry experience

• Food and beverages

Area of specialization

• Sales

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel overnight
• Willing to travel regularly

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure
• Work with minimal supervision

Own tools/equipment

• Internet access

Personal suitability

• Ability to multitask
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Other

• Use of artificial intelligence

Employment terms options

• Day

Workplace information

• On the road job

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Travel insurance