Retail Customer Representative

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is seeking a Territory Sales professional to cover Cape Beton extending into Central Nova Scotia. You will drive distribution, manage merchandising, and build strong customer relationships while executing marketing initiatives.

This role focuses on maximizing coverage, reporting activities, and achieving display and sales targets. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of sales experience, post-secondary education, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years sales experience is an asset.
• Bilingual in English & French considered an asset.
• Excellent time management and planning skills.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to use an iPad effectively.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong planning and time management skills.
• Priority management skills.
• Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Ability to make informed decisions independently.
• Drive to succeed and surpass targets.

Responsibilities

• Maximize territory coverage in Cape Beton and Central Nova Scotia.
• Meet and exceed distribution targets.
• Execute Marketing Initiatives with strong planning.
• Lead merchandising and cross-promotion with vendors and in-store departments.
• Work with Sales and Business teams to secure commitments from customers.
• Report territory activities to District Sales Manager promptly.
• Exceed display targets and plan promotions.
• Understand financial implications of field decisions.
• Achieve personal goals set by District Sales Manager.
• Represent Maple Leaf Foods with professionalism and integrity.

Skills

Sales experience

Time management

Planning

Independent work

Decision making

Target-driven

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Territory Sales Coverage in Cape Beton extending to Central Nova Scotia, new product presentation, focus on distribution, incremental display opportunities, cross merchandising, execute Marketing Initiatives, build strong customer relationships and execute all other tasks required to maintain and grow the territory.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Maximize territory coverage in the designated region
• Meet and exceed distribution targets
• Execute Marketing Initiatives with strong planning
• Lead Merchandising and cross promotion with other vendors and in-store departments
• Work with the Sales team and Business teams to secure commitments from customers
• Report Territory activities back to District Sales Manager in a timely manner
• Exceed display targets
• Plan execution for all promotions
• Understand the financial implications of decisions made in the field
• Achieve personal goals as set out by District Sales Manager
• Represent Maple Leaf Foods with the highest level of professionalism and integrity

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring:

• 1-2 years sales experience is an asset
• Preferred post-secondary education and related experience
• Bilingual in English & French considered an asset
• Excellent time management and planning skills
• Excellent computer skills and ability to use an iPad effectively
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to work independently
• Strong planning skills and time management skills
• Priority management skills
• Microsoft Office knowledge
• Ability to make informed decisions independently
• Drive to succeed and surpass target

Additional Information

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail]: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

Company Description

About Us:
We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.
We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.
We are carbon neutral.
We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.
A diverse and inclusive work environment:
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture
Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail] .
Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruitment process. AI does not make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by human reviewers.

Our 13,500 team members work in 20+ locations across Canada and the U.S. Find out where our plants and offices are located.

There’s no limit to how far you can take your career at Maple Leaf Foods. We’re a team of people with diverse backgrounds and a wide range of skills who challenge each other every day to learn and grow. When you join our team, your opportunities for growth are endless.