Retail Execution Partner

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPASS GROUP CANADA is seeking a Retail Execution Partner to lead field operations and drive Same Store Sales growth across key accounts in Food Service and Hospitality. You will travel extensively, partnering with regions to ensure disciplined execution of retail strategies and initiatives, while coaching operators for improved performance.

The role emphasizes analytics, promotions activation, and strong communication with regional leaders, supported by a robust total rewards program.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Business, Hospitality, Marketing, Retail Management or related field is preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in foodservice, retail operations, hospitality leadership, or business development.
• Proven ability to lead through influence and drive measurable sales growth.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, merchandising, promotional execution, and consumer behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Travel approximately four days per week to support operators and field accounts.
• Activate promotions, campaigns, and growth initiatives with Program Development and Brand teams.
• Champion retail standards, program compliance, and execution consistency.
• Coach frontline leaders and operational teams to improve execution and accountability.
• Review dashboards weekly and develop action plans to close gaps with operators.
• Develop plans to support retention, account refreshes, and growth priorities.
• Participate in monthly regional operations and Envision calls focused on SSS priorities.
• Share participation and sales results with operators using monthly reports.

Skills

Sales leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Coaching

Promotional execution

Field leadership

Education

Post-secondary education in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Business reporting tools

Job description

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may be entitled to other elements of total compensation, which may include group benefits, employer RRSP contributions, and discretionary bonus or incentive programs, where applicable to the role. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards program will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.

This is posting for an existing vacancy.

As aRetail Execution Partner (REP), you will be a hands‑on field leader responsible for driving Same Store Sales (SSS) growth across a portfolio of key accounts within Food Service and Hospitality sectors. Reporting to theDirector, Retail Execution, you will work closely with regional operations leaders and unit operators to ensure disciplined execution of retail strategies, sales‑driving initiatives, and operational standards. This role combines strategic leadership, performance coaching, analytics, and field execution to deliver measurable business results.

This position requires extensive travel, with approximately four days per week spent in the field supporting operators and one day dedicated to planning, reporting, and administrative responsibilities.

Now, If You Were To Come On Board As Our Retail Execution Partner, We'd Ask You To Do The Following For Us:

• Support assigned accounts through regular field visits, spending approximately four days per week onsite.
• Partner with Program Development and Brand teams to successfully activate promotions, campaigns, limited‑time offers, and other growth initiatives.
• Champion retail standards, program compliance, and execution consistency across all supported sectors.
• Identify and share best practices, success stories, and scalable opportunities across the organization.
• Coach and develop unit operators to improve execution, accountability, and performance.
• Conduct business reviews during site visits to identify opportunities and improve operational execution, with follow up action plans to drive results.
• Review sales dashboards on a weekly basis and partner with operators to assess performance and develop action plans to close gaps.
• Develop action plans supporting retention efforts, account refreshes, and other growth priorities.
• Facilitate monthly regional operations and Envision calls focused on top Same Store Sales priorities.
• Share participation, compliance, and sales results with operators using monthly reporting and program performance data.

Think You Have What It Takes To Be Our Next Retail Execution Partner? We're committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here's how we'll know you'll be successful:

• Post‑secondary education in Business, Hospitality, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field is considered an asset.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in foodservice, retail operations, hospitality leadership, or business development.
• Proven ability to lead through influence and drive measurable sales growth.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, merchandising, promotional execution, and consumer behaviour.
• Experience coaching and developing frontline leaders and operational teams.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze data and translate insights into action plans.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior operational leaders.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and business reporting tools.
• Ability to travel extensively within assigned regions (approximately 80% of time).