Territory Manager (4 Days PT) Victoria/Duncan - 6 Month Contract

Lindt & Sprungli (Canada), Inc.; Coteau-du-Lac; Híbrido; CAD 45.000 - 53.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health and Dental Plan

Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate Gym Discount Rates

Wellness Program

Chocolate!

Descripción de la vacante

Lindt & Sprüngli Canada, Inc. is seeking a Temporary Territory Manager (4-Day PT) to cover the Victoria/Duncan area. You will represent Lindt & Sprüngli with retailers, promote our premium chocolate brands, and drive growth within the territory.

The role reports to the Field Sales Manager and requires relationship-building skills, a self-starter attitude, and 2+ years of CPG sales experience. This is a temporary 4-day-per-week position with competitive compensation.

Formación

• Post-secondary education required.
• Proven ability to build relationships with retailers.
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Self-starter capable of independent and team work.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in consumer packaged goods sales.
• Entrepreneurial flair is an asset.

Responsabilidades

• Identify and grow sales opportunities through strong relationship management.
• Execute marketing and sales plans within the territory.
• Handle customer service issues during coverage.
• Provide feedback to optimize territory effectiveness.
• Maintain and update customer databases.
• Negotiate retail support programs within policy.
• Manage in-line (plan-o-gram) and off-shelf positioning and new listings.
• Analyze store-level data to boost program and incremental sales.
• Ensure market hygiene, pricing, and shelf positioning.
• Coordinate with merchandisers to maximize merchandising impact.
• Manage claims related to invoices and promotions.
• Maintain strong store relationships and program accuracy.

Conocimientos

Relationship building

Computer proficiency

Self-starter

Entrepreneurial flair

2 years CPG sales experience

Educación

Post-secondary education

Descripción del empleo

Temporary Territory Manager (4-Day PT) in Victoria/Duncan

We are looking for an enthusiastic and keen individual to fill the role of a temporary Territory Manager (4-Day PT) in Victoria/Duncan. Reporting to the Field Sales Manager, the Territory Manager will effectively represent Lindt & Sprüngli to the selling banners in a professional manner that promotes the aggressive growth and development of Lindt, Ghirardelli, and Russell Stover products within the mandate of the Lindt & Sprüngli Sales and Marketing plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and build sales opportunities as a result of strong relationship management and understanding of customer needs


• Using all available tools and support groups, effectively manage the flawless execution of Marketing and Sales Plans within the Territory resulting in defined sales objectives (Sales Fundamental Metrics)


• Respond and manage customer services issues during regular coverage


• Provide candid feedback and recommendations on territory issues in order to maximize effectiveness and efficiency


• Maintain the customer database within the territory by ensuring customer files are completed and updated on a regular basis


• Negotiate or review, within the policies and procedures of the company, key account and head office: Retail support programs


• Display and deal allowances


• In-Line (plan-o-gram) and off-shelf positioning for current listings


• New Listings


• Retail Pricing Adherence


• Interpret store level data/POS and leverage this together with category analysis to increase both existing program sales and incremental sales opportunities


• Pro-actively manage market hygiene, pricing, and shelf and display positioning


• Provide communication and feedback to merchandisers as required in order to maximize the effectiveness of merchandising activity in designated retail stores


• Proactively manage all claims pertaining to Lindt & Sprüngli invoices and promotional agreements


• Maintain strong store relationships in order to maintain championing of store level account information and confirmation of programs

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education


• Good computer proficiency (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)


• Proven capacity for relationship building and ability to foster strong working relationships


• A self-starter with an ability to work both independently and as a team member


• Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting product sales and distribution within Consumer Packaged Goods


• Entrepreneurial flair an asset

Rewards Package

The standard hiring range for this role is $45K-$53K CAD per annum. The final agreement upon salary may vary based on market location and factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience. We offer a competitive rewards package for our employees as well as a growth-oriented work environment. This includes not only the opportunity to sample our premium chocolate products but the following:

• Health and Dental Plan


• Retirement Savings Plan


• Employee Assistance Program


• Corporate Gym Discount Rates


• Wellness Program


• Chocolate!

Why Lindt Canada?

Join our winning culture and become part of our team of passionate and dynamic individuals in our journey to become the leader in the Canadian chocolate market. Our environment characterizes personal commitment, drive, initiative and entrepreneurial spirit, working together as one team to reach outstanding results. We encourage, recognize and reward innovation, personal initiative, leadership and accountability throughout the organization. We are recognized as a Great Place to Work so come and grow your career with us, it’s a pretty sweet deal.

Additional Information

We thank all those who have applied, however, only selected candidates will be contacted. Lindt is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. Please contact our Human Resources department for more information. This position will involve the use of AI tools to help screen, assess, or select applicants. This posting is for an existing position.

Lindt & Sprüngli has been enchanting the world with chocolate for over 180 years. The long-established Swiss company with its roots in Zurich is a global leader in the premium chocolate category. Lindt & Sprüngli produces quality chocolates today at its 12 factories in Europe and the USA. Its products are sold by 41 subsidiaries and branch offices in around 620 of its own stores as well as via a network of around 100 distributors around the globe. With around 15,500 employees, the Lindt & Sprüngli Group reported sales of CHF 5.92 billion in 2025. Our commitment to contributing to a sustainable tomorrow is a key element driving the company’s actions and ambitions. Since 2008, the Lindt & Sprüngli Farming Program has been our Responsible Sourcing Standard for cocoa.

Company Overview

We are a responsible "employer of choice" who provides an inspiring people experience. Together, we build trust, drive innovation, and grow – as individuals and as a business. Across our diverse local teams, we think globally and act locally – empowering people to grow, take ownership and shape a sustainable future together.