Account Manager

Univar; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in chemical distribution in Fort St. John is seeking an Account Manager. The role involves managing accounts, identifying business opportunities, and maintaining customer relationships. The successful candidate should have 2-3 years of relevant sales experience, a degree in a relevant field, and strong communication skills. An expected salary range of $80,000 to $95,000 plus a Northern Living Allowance is offered. Join a diverse and inclusive company committed to improving quality of life for communities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years previous sales and/or customer-facing experience.
• Chemical sales experience is an asset.
• Ability to relate to and communicate with individuals at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Proactively plan customer visits 1-2 weeks in advance.
• Call on established and prospective customers to sell company products and services.
• Maintain a high-integrity sampling program for key customers.
• Coordinate with Customer Service and Operations to maintain customer service levels.

Skills

Sales experience

Effective communication skills

Self-motivated

Customer relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Technical Science, Chemistry, Business

Tools

Salesforce.com

Job description

A Place Where People Matter - Growing our People to Grow our Business. We’re thrilled that you are exploring career opportunities where you can continue to make a positive difference every day to keep our communities healthy, fed, clean and safe.

Fort St. John, British Columbia, CA, V1J 0B4

About the position

Reporting to the Sales Manager, the Account Manager has overall responsibility for all accounts assigned within a geographic area (Fort St John and surrounding area) to grow profit for Univar’s market share using consultative selling process. The successful candidate identifies and captures new business opportunities at existing accounts and prospective new accounts.

What you’ll do

• Proactively plan customer visits 1-2 weeks in advance.
• Call on established and prospective customers to sell company products and services.
• Grow our industrial footprint within Fort St John and surrounding areas.
• Maintain a high-integrity sampling program for key customers.
• Co‑ordinate with Customer Service and Operations to maintain customer service levels and ensure resolution of complaints.
• Co‑ordinate with Purchasing department to ensure availability of product.
• Utilize Salesforce.com to manage customer information during all planning phases.
• Out of town travel is expected.
• Other tasks as assigned.

What we would like from you

• Minimum of 2‑3 years previous sales and/or customer facing experience
• Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Technical Science, Chemistry, Business, or similar
• Chemical sales experience is an asset
• Effective and engaging communication skills
• Self‑motivated and eager mentality
• Ability to relate to, and communicate with individuals at all levels

Pay and Benefits

The annual expected salary range for this position is $80,000 – 95,000 plus a Nortern Living Allowance. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

It takes people like you and a global network of more than 10,000 employees to build a company where the best people want to work.

As a valued Univar Solutions employee, you understand that we are more than a distribution company. From delivering vital ingredients for food and nutrition, to helping keep drinking water safe, our company is dedicated to improving quality of life with our customers, suppliers and partners as we serve the world's most essential industries.

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.