Bilingual Sales Representative / Ottawa Gatineau Territory

Fresh Start Foods Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice company seeks an Outside Sales Representative for the Ottawa/Gatineau region. This role requires a fully bilingual candidate with at least 3 years of proven sales experience. The ideal candidate will have a hunter mentality, exceptional negotiation skills, and be proficient in Google Suite. Responsibilities include driving sales growth, managing territory strategically, and building lasting client relationships. Competitive salary of $60,000 plus commissions, with allowances for phone and travel. Comprehensive health benefits included.

Benefits

Phone allowance

Car allowance

Travel reimbursement

Comprehensive Health Care Benefit Program

RRSP Program

Annual Profit Sharing

Employee Purchase Program

Qualifications

• Must be fully bilingual in English and French.
• 3+ years of experience in outside sales or account management.
• Must possess a hunter mentality for securing new business.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, prospect, and close new business opportunities.
• Create and execute a sales strategy aligned with regional objectives.
• Build long-term relationships while serving as the Account Manager.

Skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Proven Sales Experience

Hunter Mentality

Exceptional Negotiation Skills

Technical Proficiency with Google Suite

Mobility with valid Class G Driver’s License

Industry Knowledge in Foodservice or Hospitality

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Job Title

Outside Sales Representative – Ottawa/Gatineau

Company Overview

Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd. Join one of the BEST teams in the Industry

At Fresh Start Foods you'll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do.

• Who are customer centric
• Who are able to deliver on their commitments
• Who value individual excellence and collective performance
• Who care and give back - sustainable agriculture, the environment, corporate citizenship
• Who go above and beyond to provide options for our customers
• Who understand the foodservice/hospitality/retail business and bring extensive knowledge and experience

Ideal Candidate

• Fully Bilingual (English and French)
• Proven Sales Experience: 3+ years of success in direct selling, outside sales, or account management with a record of exceeding quotas.
• Hunter Mentality: A results-driven professional with a relentless drive to secure new business and close deals.
• Exceptional Negotiation Skills: Expert at navigating complex contracts and high-level negotiations with diplomacy and persuasion.
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable using Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) to track sales activity and collaborate.
• Mobility: Must hold a valid Class G Driver’s License and have a reliable vehicle for travel within the territory.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in the Foodservice or Hospitality industry is highly preferred.

Schedule & Territory

Schedule: Monday to Friday.

Location: Territory covers Ottawa - Gatineau (Office visit once per week in Ottawa).

Compensation & Benefits

• Earnings: From $60,000 per year + sales commission.

• Allowances: Phone allowance + car allowance and travel reimbursement.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Health Care Benefit Program (Medical, Dental, Vision).

• Financial Future: RRSP Program , Annual Profit Sharing and Employee Purchase Program.

• Environment: A collaborative, team-based work culture with a deep commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Sales Growth: Proactively identify, prospect, and close new business opportunities to exceed company revenue targets in the Ottawa-Gatineau region.

• Strategic Territory Management: Create and execute a robust sales strategy and business plan for your assigned accounts, ensuring alignment with regional objectives.

• Market Penetration: Implement action plans to break into new markets (restaurants, institutions, etc.) and secure high-potential accounts.

• Relationship Building: Establish and nurture long-term loyalty with clients, serving as a dedicated Account Manager and trusted advisor.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams (Operations, Product Development) to deliver tailored produce solutions and superior service.

• Professional Representation: Be the face of Fresh Start Foods, delivering compelling bilingual pitches and presentations to key decision-makers.

Existing Vacancy

This is an Existing Vacancy

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Fresh Start Foods is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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