Outside Sales Representative

Atlantic Beef Products Inc; Albany; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to providing high-quality beef products while supporting the regional beef industry. This exciting role in the sales department offers the chance to work closely with food service distributors and retail partners across Atlantic Canada. You'll be responsible for building brand awareness, conducting in-store demos, and developing marketing strategies. With a focus on customer service and relationship management, you'll play a crucial role in expanding the company's market presence. If you're passionate about the food industry and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in foodservice distribution sales or related roles.
• Good knowledge of the beef industry and cuts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with distributors and support sales meetings.
• Develop marketing activities to increase brand awareness.
• Manage sales orders and maintain customer relationships.

Skills

Foodservice Distribution Sales

Customer Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Social Media Marketing

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Why work for us?

At Atlantic Beef Products Inc, we value our employees. We employ talented professionals in production, quality, maintenance, marketing, and management roles. We are a goal-driven company with a mission to provide high-quality Atlantic Canada produced beef products while building a sustainable business to support the regional beef industry.

Location: Remote

Pay Range: $60,000 - $70,000 per year

Overview:

As we expand our business and open new markets, we seek an enthusiastic and motivated individual for our sales department. Working under our Director of Sales, this role requires a home office with frequent travel (approximately 50% annually) across Atlantic provinces and Canada to coordinate sales channels and market our branded beef. The position can be based in Nova Scotia or New Brunswick, not necessarily in PEI.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with food service distributor partners across Atlantic Canada and support restaurant and distributor sales meetings.
• Build brand sales and promotions with retail independent meat shops.
• Develop marketing activities to increase brand awareness among manufacturing, retail, and foodservice clients. Assist with social media content.
• Build trust and strong relationships with customers.
• Conduct in-store demos to showcase Atlantic Beef Products and share our story.
• Organize and deliver training programs to end users to promote product knowledge.
• Participate in trade shows as needed.
• Develop new business and maintain existing relationships.
• Manage sales orders, margins, shipping, freight costs, and feedback on order errors. Assist with accounts receivable.
• Work closely with management to meet and exceed company targets.
• Support sales projects and collaborate with Shipping, Grind, and Cut departments.
• Occasional overnight travel to visit stores and restaurants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years experience in foodservice distribution sales, retail butchery, or related sales roles.
• Good knowledge of the beef industry and cuts.
• Post-secondary education in a related field.
• Bilingual in French/English is an asset.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with chefs, owners, distributors, and meat managers.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Dedicated to customer service, especially during delivery delays or issues.
• Experience with social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.
• Reliable vehicle; company reimburses mileage and approved travel expenses.

Atlantic Beef Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other protected status.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for applying.