Commercial Energy Account Manager - Red River Co-op

Socket.dev; Sunnyside Hutterite Colony; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Matched pension contributions

Training & development

Post-secondary reimbursement

Profit sharing

Job summary

Red River Co-op in Manitoba is seeking a field sales professional to grow sales of bulk fuels, lubricants, DEF, propane, and related energy products while delivering exceptional customer service to farm and commercial customers. You will build relationships with agricultural producers, develop new opportunities, coordinate deliveries with dispatch, and manage accounts with attention to credit and forecasting.

A results-driven, customer-focused mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Agriculture, Business, Marketing, or Commerce is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with agricultural producers, commercial businesses, transportation fleets, and industrial customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Time-management

Organizational skills

Independence

Education

Diploma or degree in Agriculture, Business, Marketing, or Commerce

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

The Opportunity:

This role focuses on growing sales of bulk fuels, lubricants, DEF, propane, and related energy products while delivering exceptional customer service and supporting the overall success of the Co-op. The responsibilities for this position include the following:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with agricultural producers, commercial businesses, transportation fleets, and industrial customers.
• Develop new business opportunities while expanding sales within existing accounts.
• Promote and sell bulk diesel, gasoline, lubricants, DEF, propane, heating fuels, and related energy products.
• Conduct regular customer farm and business visits to identify opportunities and provide product recommendations.
• Prepare quotations, pricing proposals, and sales agreements.
• Work closely with dispatch and operations teams to coordinate product deliveries and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Manage customer accounts, including monitoring credit requirements and payment performance.
• Stay informed on market conditions, fuel pricing trends, and competitor activities.
• Participate in community events, trade shows, customer appreciation functions, and industry meetings.
• Maintain accurate customer records, activity reports, and sales forecasts.
• Achieve sales volume, margin, and profitability objectives established by the Co-op.

A full responsibility list will be provided to candidates selected for interviews.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will bring the following skills and competencies:

• Diploma or degree in Agriculture, Business, Marketing, or Commerce is preferred.
• Equivalent sales experience in petroleum, lubricants, agriculture, transportation, or industrial sectors will be considered.
• Proven success in outside sales, business development, or account management.
• Knowledge of agricultural operations, equipment, and energy requirements is considered a strong asset.
• Understanding of fuel, lubricant, propane, or petroleum products is preferred.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout the assigned territory.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, results-oriented, and passionate about customer service and community involvement. They bring a strong understanding of Manitoba agriculture and rural business operations, demonstrate initiative, integrity, and professionalism, and are able to identify customer needs and provide practical, value-added energy solutions.

Total Rewards:

Red River Co-op offers a competitive salary plus performance-based incentive opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, matched pension contributions, ongoing training, and professional development. Advancement opportunities abound in the Co-operative Retailing System, and we encourage ongoing professional development along with up to 100% reimbursement for post-secondary course work.

This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career with a locally owned Co-operative serving Manitoba communities while becoming a trusted energy advisor to farm and commercial customers.

Start Your Career with one of Manitoba’s Top Employers!

We have deep roots in our community. More than 85 years deep. And through the years we have proven our commitment to our members by making their priorities our priorities. We donate regularly to a wide range of organizations, feature local products prominently, and most importantly - give back to our members through profit sharing. We look to the past to inform our present core values.

But in this rapidly changing world, our roots ground us so that we can keep pace and innovate. We have grown from one standalone Gas Bar in downtown Winnipeg to an ever-expanding co-operative with 50 gas bar locations, 24 car washes, 6 cardlocks, 9 food stores, 8 pharmacies and an oil supply centre. Our fleet of trucks are on the road delivering fuel to farm and commercial accounts in Manitoba and northwestern Ontario.

And we just keep growing as we develop fresh, modern ways to deliver premium products with extraordinary customer service.

This role can be just the start of your career as there is ample opportunity for advancement within Red River Co-op. We are a proud member of the Co-operative Retailing System, a vast network of 160 retail Co-ops across western Canada.