Bakery Technical Sales Representative

Wonderbrands; Regina; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the bakery sector is seeking a Bakery Technical Sales Representative to enhance sales by executing merchandising programs and providing technical support. This role involves training associates, conducting store visits, and ensuring product quality and availability. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, this position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team that values growth and development. If you're passionate about baking and have strong communication skills, this role could be your next career milestone.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Pension plan

Bonuses

Discount program

Qualifications

• Moderate to advanced baking experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills essential for communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct store visits to support in-store sales and quality.
• Lead training sessions and ensure adherence to recipes.
• Provide technical direction and assistance as needed.

Skills

Baking experience

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Problem-solving skills

Self-motivation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Posting

Ready For a Tasty New Challenge?

Overview

The Bakery Technical Sales Representative will focus on growth of sales through the correct execution of all Merchandising Programs as set forth by the Customer(s) by providing technical support and management skills that enable the customer to operate a successful bakery. This is done by training ISB Associates in assigned stores as it relates to perfect quality bakery items through the use of correct customer documented procedures, categories including in store bakery (ISB) products.

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:

• Conduct day-to-day store visits to support in-store sales of our BIS product, focusing on quality, in-store display, merchandising, and product availability.
• Lead baker training sessions, ensuring adherence to supplied recipe cards.
• Provide support for store openings and renovations.
• Consolidate and report all store complaints regarding our product.
• Utilize virtual videos to efficiently communicate best practices with customers.
• Represent our product at trade shows, sharing expertise and features with customers.
• Update and maintain recipe cards.
• Drive the development of innovative products.
• Collaborate closely with Banner CES.
• Provide technical direction and in-store assistance as needed by customers or directed by supervisor.
• Comply with Company's personal safety guidelines and principles.
• Follow all Policies and Procedures outlined in Wonder Brands Inc. Employee handbook.
• Understand and adhere to policies and procedures set by the Customer.
• Adhere to GMP requirements of both Customer and Wonder Brands Inc.
• Train ISB Associates on correct Baking/Production procedures for designated ISB products.
• Submit Weekly Reports, Store Visit Reports, Expense Reports, etc. as required.
• Attend Meetings as required by the company or team lead.
• Ensure compliance with Customer's merchandising programs, including Modulars, Sanitation, Equipment usage/care, etc.

Requirements

• Baking experience at a moderate to advanced skill level.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and access to a car.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with Bakery personnel, Managers, and others.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional representation of the Company with high integrity and ethics.
• Self-motivated with the ability to shift between projects efficiently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Detail-oriented and naturally inquisitive.
• Must be willing to travel in Saskatchewan, including overnight travel, and travel to Wonderbrand's office in Ontario.

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.

Wonderbrands, now part of the FGF Brands Group of companies, is unlocking an incredible opportunity for growth through a focus on production innovation capabilities, through a leading-edge supply chain practice and investing deeply in communities where we bake. 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.