Strategic Client Manager, Foodservice & Partnerships

Affinitygroup; Richmond Hill; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Group Canada is seeking a Client Manager, Foodservice to act as the primary liaison between assigned manufacturer clients, distributor partners, and sales teams. This role translates client objectives into successful marketplace execution and coordinates programs, pricing activities, and field alignment.

The ideal candidate will manage client relationships, support strategic initiatives, and thrive in a fast-paced environment within the Canadian foodservice distribution network.

Qualifications

• Experience in foodservice or related sectors is preferred.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities are expected.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between manufacturer clients, distributor partners, and sales teams.
• Translate client objectives into actionable plans for sales and internal teams.
• Drive pricing programs, promotions, product launches, and sales initiatives.
• Monitor marketplace execution and identify opportunities or risks.
• Coordinate execution issues to protect client relationships and business outcomes.
• Support distributor-driven initiatives and training sessions.
• Maintain client program documentation and prepare business updates.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Driver's licence

Willingness to travel

Education

Post-secondary education in Business/Marketing/Hospitality or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Affinity Group Canada is seeking a Client Manager, Foodservice to act as the primary liaison between assigned manufacturer clients, distributor partners, and sales teams. This role translates client objectives into successful marketplace execution and coordinates programs, pricing activities, and field alignment.

The ideal candidate will manage client relationships, support strategic initiatives, and thrive in a fast-paced environment within the Canadian foodservice distribution network.