Associate Director, Sales

Kellogg; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellogg is seeking an Associate Director of Sales to lead strategic initiatives for key customers in Canada. This role entails planning and execution of sales strategies while fostering relationships with retail partners. Candidates should possess a business degree and extensive experience in Retail Packaged Goods, combined with strong leadership and communication skills. Join Kellogg and be part of a vibrant company culture focused on diversity and growth.

Benefits

Competitive Total Health benefits

Work/life balance initiatives

Diversity and Inclusion programs

Qualifications

• Post secondary education or work experience equivalent – Business Diploma or Degree preferred.
• Comprehensive experience in Retail Packaged Goods with both direct selling experience as well as key account management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual national account plans and sell to customers.
• Train and coach account contributors.
• Present major presentations including Business Reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Business Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

As Associate Director, Sales, you will represent Kellogg Company’s brand to some of the world’s most respected and recognized retail operations. Supporting sales at Kellogg Canada is a snap, crackle and pop with the right strategic execution! This position is responsible for providing strategic leadership in managing a National and Global key customer for successful delivery of business results through account planning, execution and relationship management. Bring your vision for tomorrow and a plan to get there.

At Kellogg Canada, we love our people and they love our company culture and opportunities. Our Kellogg K-Values are at the core of who we are, what we believe, and what brings us together. We value work/life balance, diversity & inclusion, and of course, great food. What ’ s not to love? Now is the time to take your career further. Come join us!

Kellogg is progressing toward unleashing our full potential by the end of 2023. After this portfolio transformation journey is complete, this role will support Kellanova, a leading company in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, plant-based foods, and North America frozen breakfast. Learn more about our bold next steps at UnleashingOurPotential.com .

HERE’S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Planning and Execution – You will be responsible for developing annual national account plans and selling plans both internally and externally with the customer. You will also lead all execution elements required to deliver all account targets, including working with each of the regions
• Sharing Goals and Vision – Using your strong communication skills you will develop and present major presentations including quarterly Business Reviews, annual Category Reviews, internal Annual Plan presentations, and external Annual Plan presentations.
• Developing and Coaching – You will lead by example by training and coaching account contributors to optimize future sales plans, leverage best practices and review analysis.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• Post secondary education or work experience equivalent – Business Diploma or Degree preferred.
• Comprehensive experience in Retail Packaged Goods with both direct selling experience as well as key account management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, presentation, coaching, leadership and time management skills.
• Strong working knowledge of PC applications including MS Office (including Excel and PowerPoint) as well as ability to work with customized software for tracking, financial analysis, etc.
• Valid Driver’s license within Canada.

WHAT’S NEXT

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter – not a bot. This means it could take us a little while to get back with you so watch your inbox for updates. In the meantime, visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and how to best prepare for a Kellogg interview.

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please [e-mail].

This role takes part in Locate for Your Day , Kellogg’s hybrid way of working that empowers office-based employees to, in partnership with their managers, find a balance between working from home and the office.

ABOUT KELLOGG COMPANY

Kellogg Company is a multibillion-dollar company with over 30 thousand employees all over the globe. We are proud to make delicious foods that people love – foods that you grew up with like Frosted Flakes, Cheez It, Eggo, Pop-Tarts, Crunchy Nut, Pringles, as well as innovative foods such as MorningStar Farms, RX bar, and Noodles. Our KValues and BetterDays commitments are at the core of who we are, what we believe and what brings us together. We’re proud to say we’ve been awarded with Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies”, DiversityInc’s “Top 50 Companies for Diversity”, Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces”, and many more awards that you can check out here.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion has been part of our DNA since the beginning. Clearly stated in our Code of Ethics “we have respect for individuals of all backgrounds, capability and opinions.” We believe that equity is more than leveling the playing field. It is making sure barriers, both tangible and intangible, are removed. Interested in the numbers? We hold ourselves accountable with our yearly Features report.

Kellogg is proud to offer industry competitive Total Health benefits (Physical, Financial, Emotional, and Social) that vary depending on region and type of role. Be sure to ask your recruiter for more information!

THE FINER PRINT

Kellogg Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants.

Let’s create the future of food,

Kellogg Recruitment

About the company

The Kellogg Company, doing business as Kellogg's, is an American multinational food manufacturing company headquartered in Battle Creek, Michigan, United States.

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