Sales Representative - Halifax

Job Description

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that phenomenal people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, DCPP, VRSP, and TFSA, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion and belonging for all employees and an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.

• Benefits begin immediately upon hire.
  
  
  

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Sales Representative at a glance...

In this key role you develop an in-depth understanding of our business and of the food industry, as well as, develop important leadership attributes in the areas of personal leadership, customer focus, drive for results and executional excellence.

What's on the menu?

• You will be a key player in the execution of our sales plans through selling, merchandising, shelving and managing distribution in a specifically assigned territory. By optimizing the in-store environment, you will influence consumer-purchasing behaviors while generating incremental profitable sales.
• You will be equipped with the leading-edge professional selling skills, sales process technology and the fact-based tools that have made us a leader in the industry. You will be exposed to a continuous learning environment in a cross-functional business team, where you will develop a broad understanding of the business and the industry.
• Utilize fact-based selling tools and market information to secure new product distribution; selling-in major seasonal promotions; presenting cross-merchandising ideas and identifying other opportunities for new sales growth.
• Sell and execute corporate promotions and customer-specific marketing programs to enhance Kraft's in-store presence.
• Leveraging your knowledge of Kraft's and the customer's key financial measures, you will be fully accountable for delivering sales and profit objectives in your assigned territory.
• Working with management you will develop and execute annual business plans including customer assessments and retail opportunities.
• Provide feedback on performance of shelving/merchandising programs and recommend course-correction actions.
  
  
  

Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you!

• Completed University degree preferred
• Passion for sales and merchandising
• Previous selling, merchandising or customer service experience is preferred, but candidates with a passion for selling and driving business results who are willing to learn are encouraged to apply
• Valid Driver's License including a favorable driving record (a Driver's Abstract will be requested as part of the offer process)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal one on one with customers effectively
• Strong drive for results and customer focus
• Intermediate Computer Skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to travel to retailers daily (company car provided)
  
  
  

Location(s)

Halifax Sales

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.