About this role
Education: College/CEGEP. Specialized sales, merchandising and marketing operations, other. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Manufacture. Private sector. Professional association or organization. General office. Rural area. Grain terminal. Food processing industry. Tasks: Plan and control budget and expenditures. Work with the marketing department to understand and communicate marketing messages to the field. Determine strategic planning related to new product lines. Establish organizational policies and procedures in relation to sales. Lead sales team in building relationships with business clients and manage negotiations of sales contracts. Provide customer service. Use sales forecasting software. Prepare statements on delinquent accounts. Plan and arrange for trade shows and exhibits. Notify customers regarding account discrepancies. Manage contracts. Complete reports. Assess business opportunities and develop strategies. Record customers' orders. Complete and process international purchase orders. Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization. Supervision: Staff in various areas of responsibility. Type of product: Food and food products. Computer and technology knowledge: Database software. Electronic mail. Electronic scheduler. Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. Inventory control software. MS Office. Presentation software. Spreadsheet. Word processing software. MS Windows. MS Excel. Food specialties: Cereals, grains and pulses. Type of cargo experience: Grain. Area of work experience: Marketing. International trade. Agribusiness. Sales and marketing promotions. Type of industry experience: Food and beverages. Area of specialization: Process improvement. Communications. Sales. Market research. Brand management. Strategy. Advertising. Agriculture. Customs services. Specialization/experience (business sales and services): Negotiation. Sales experience: Trade shows. Security and safety: Driver's validity licence check. Criminal record check. Transportation/travel information: Own vehicle. Travel expenses paid by employer. Valid driver's licence. Willing to travel. Willing to travel cross-border. Willing to travel for extended periods. Willing to travel overnight. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Fast-paced environment. Tight deadlines. Work under pressure. Work with minimal supervision. Personal suitability: Ability to multitask. Accurate. Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Initiative. Interpersonal awareness. Organized. Team player. Time management. Flexibility. Goal-oriented. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Day. Workplace information: Hybrid. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Bonus. Commission. Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Long term benefits: Long-term care insurance. Maternity and parental benefits. Other benefits: Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP). Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. Other benefits. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days). Team building opportunities. Parking available. Variable or compressed work week. Wellness program. Support for persons with disabilities: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities . Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities. Support for newcomers and refugees: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or r