Foodservice Account Manager - Halifax, NS

Affinity Group; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food broker in Canada is seeking an Account Manager to develop customized sales strategies for operator accounts. This role involves building strong relationships with decision-makers and maximizing product placement across various accounts. Ideal candidates will have extensive foodservice experience, excellent communication, and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Bonus potential

Car allowance

Group benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years + Foodservice experience.
• Experience with Major Distributors and Chain Accounts is essential.
• Strong command of English, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute sales strategies for assigned accounts.
• Maximize sales potential and achieve sales targets.
• Represent products strongly at industry trade shows.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Presentation Skills

Job description

Affinity Group Canada is a well established successful and growing company that prides itself on being one of the premier food brokers in Canada. Since 1989, our success has been driven by the number of industry leading food manufacturers that we represent. We pride ourselves on having a dedicated sales team, strong customer service orientation, extensive product knowledge and a professional, challenging and rewarding work environment.

SUMMARY : The Affinity Group Account Manager is responsible for planning and executing a customized sales strategy for their assigned operator accounts. This position is deeply knowledgeable with accounts and builds and maintains close relationships with decision makers and the Chefs at all assigned operators. Main goal is to secure new product placement at assigned accounts.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide Strong representation of all products sold
• Maximize sales potentials with all products at every account
• Achieve sales projections and targets
• Participate at industry trade shows
• Other duties as assigned

The successful candidates must possess the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Minimum of 5 years + Foodservice experience
• Must have experience working with Major Distributors, Contract Feeders and Regional and Chain Accounts
• Have a proven track record of foodservice sales, excellent understanding of marketing and operator programs
• Have excellent communication skills both written and oral with a strong command of the English language
• Have excellent negotiation, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Have excellent computer skills at an intermediate level
• Have excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Have excellent customer-service skills and able to multi-task
• Have excellent presentation skills - in both the boardroom and kitchen
• Be a self-starter and able to work independently

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions :

• Candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Work may be performed in an office, warehouse or restaurant environment.
• Stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, stoop, or climb.
• May have possible exposure to dust and may require the ability to lift and / or push up to 50 pounds.
• Flexible work hours to accommodate demands of position (some weekends included)
• May require travel up to 80% of the time within territory and overnights may be required

We offer a competitive wage, bonus potential, car allowance and group benefit package. Interested candidates should email resumes. Only successful candidates that meet our requirements will be contacted. Previous applicants need not apply

The Affinity Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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