Sales Manager

Thrive Freeze Dry; City of Langley; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead efforts in the pet co-manufacturing and retail industry. This role is pivotal in driving new customer accounts and sales opportunities, particularly in the growing freeze-dried pet food market. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales within the pet food sector, showcasing exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. You'll be responsible for establishing new accounts and achieving ambitious sales goals while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a thriving industry, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or similar.
• Sales experience in the pet food ingredients & treat industry.

Responsibilities

• Obtain new customers in the pet co-manufacturing & retail industry.
• Drive new sales opportunities and product development.

Skills

Sales Experience in Pet Food Industry

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Market Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Finance

Job description

Job Title: Sales Manager - Pet

Department: Sales - Pet

Reports to: VP of Sales

Location: Remote in B.C. Must reside in British Columbia

Essential Functions Include

1. The position of Sales Manager carries with it a substantial responsibility in the overall success of the company.
2. Your main responsibility is to obtain new customers in the pet co-manufacturing & retail industry. This includes establishing new customer accounts, driving new sales opportunities, and product development in the freeze-dried space including but not limited to bulk sales, private label sales, and pet food service.
3. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of competitive markets, set aggressive goals, and be measured through new accounts, annual revenue, and new leads.

Qualifications Include

1. The qualified individual may possess a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a similarly situated degree.
2. Must have sales experience in the pet food ingredients & pet treat industry, with examples of demonstrated excellence in the workplace.
3. The Sales Manager must display strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and written.
4. Ability to engage with individuals inside and outside of the organization and exercise sound judgement.

Product Safety & Quality

1. Prioritize food safety, quality, and sanitation by understanding and executing Thrive Freeze Dry’s policies and procedures.
2. Hold self and others accountable to food safety, quality, and sanitation guidelines by communicating incidents or opportunities to leadership.
3. Adhere to and ensure compliance with Product Safety and Quality standards.
4. Ensure GMP’s regarding food contact packaging are followed.
5. Ensure compliance with all SQF system requirements related to food safety, product defense, and quality objectives.

Physical Requirements

1. Consistent and reliable attendance.
2. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
3. Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.