Sales Coordinator

Lactalis Group; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus

4 weeks vacation

Benefits from day 1

Pension with employer match up to 6%

Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000/yr

Volunteer day

Learning and development opportunities

Internal mobility potential

Job summary

Lactalis Canada is hiring a Sales Coordinator in Montreal to support the division, manage information flow, and optimize reporting and processes. The role helps execute the Lactalis sales strategy for profitable growth, aligning with company values.

The position requires a university degree, 2+ years in sales planning/execution, and strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, with bilingual French and English communication expected.

Qualifications

• University degree required.
• Minimum two years in project planning/execution in a sales environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft products (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Fluent in English and French; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce, maintain, and distribute critical documents with Trade Marketing, Category Management, and Marketing.
• Maintain a milestone calendar covering budget, price changes, innovation, and reviews.
• Keep project timelines on track and flag delays or concerns.
• Generate reporting from BW, SAP, Nielsen, and data portals to inform quick decisions.
• Develop tools and processes to reduce delays and mitigate risk.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Independent worker

Bilingual French/English

Education

University degree

Tools

BW

SAP

Nielsen

Customer data portals

Job description

About Us

Welcome to Lactalis Canada! We’re proud to be Canada’s #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada’s favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time. As part of Lactalis Group, the world’s leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey.

Our flexible hybrid work model accommodates 40% remote work, adapting to the evolving needs of our workforce. Step into a collaborative hub with our revamped office, and enjoy free parking, endless coffee, delicious Lactalis snacks, an on-site gym, and more!

Job Purpose

The Sales Coordinator provides support to the Division by managing the flow of information, ensuring critical milestones are communicated, and optimizing internal reporting and processes. This position helps execute the Lactalis sales strategy to drive profitable growth and create wealth for the organization consistent with the mission, vision, and core values.

Responsibility

1. Together with Trade Marketing, Category Management, and Marketing, the Sales Coordinator will ensure critical documents are produced, maintained, and distributed for day-to-day business management.
2. Maintain and update a critical milestone calendar capturing processes including, but not limited to, budget planning, price increases, innovation, long term planning, and corporate business reviews.
3. Ensure project timelines are on track by regularly updating the team on upcoming tasks and highlighting any concerns.
4. Using data from multiple sources (eg. BW, SAP, Nielsen, Customer data portals), generate reporting which will allow the team to effectively review the data for insights and make sound decisions quickly.
5. Develop new tools, processes and resources that can help reduce communication delays or errors which will increase efficiency and mitigate risk.

Qualifications

• University Degree.
• Minimum two (2) years of project planning and execution experience in a sales environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft products (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, Powerpoint).
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint is an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, planning, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.
• Ability to handle sensitive or confidential materials with complete discretion.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Bilingualism (French and English).

Competency

• Care
• Dare
• Inspire
• Share

What Lactalis will offer

• A Competitive Base Salary
• A Performance-Based Bonus System
• 4 Weeks of Vacation
• Benefits starting day 1
• A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year
• A Volunteer Day to give back to your community
• Learning and Development opportunities
• A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Our ESG commitment

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities. We apply an equal access to employment program and invite women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Le bilinguisme est requis puisque le poste exige des communications fréquentes avec nos partenaires, nos usines et notre siège social qui se situent hors Québec.

Bilingualism is required as the position involves frequent communications with our partners, our factories, and our headquarters located outside Quebec.

Note

Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.

Compensation

As part of our commitment to fairness, trust, and transparency and our ambition to be an Employer of Choice, the base salary range for this position is:$55,700.00 - $69,600.00

Please note: Along with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, your actual base salary will be fair, competitive, and be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications.