Sales Associate

Company Name : Corby Spirit and Wine Limited

Location : GTA East and Durham, Ontario, Canada, Remote

Hiram Walker and Corby’s portfolio of owned brands include some of the most renowned brands in Canada, including JP Wisers, Canadian Whisky, Lamb's Rum, and Polar Ice Vodka.

Corby distributes leading Pernod Ricard international brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Chivas Regal, Glenlivet, Ballantine’s Scotch Whiskies, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Beefeater Gin, Malibu Rum, Kahlua Liqueur, Mumm Champagne, Jacob's Creek, Wyndham Estate and Stoneleigh wines.

An overview of the entire Corby portfolio shows over 5,000,000 cases sold annually, with Corby being a significant importer of wines and having an approximate 21 percent market share of spirit sales in Canada.

We were named one of Canada’s Best Workplaces for 7 years by The Great Place to Work® Institute Canada, based on employee survey results and an audit of workplace excellence and people management practices.

Working here is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word convivialité, it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial.

We are in the business of creating moments that matter, starting with how we work! Let your ambition lead you toward outstanding opportunities with progressive rewards.

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Position Summary

Under the direction of the Sales Manager, the Sales Associate is responsible for supporting the District Manager in meeting sales targets against the business fundamentals within a geographical territory of customers.

This customer facing role requires regular and frequent customer interaction, and in order to be successful the Sales Associate must be well organized, self-motivated and possess a strong will to win.

This position provides the opportunity to build on outside sales skill set and was developed to transition into open District Manager roles.

This is a contract position for approximately 12 months with the option to renew for another year. The ideal candidate will reside In Toronto, east of Yonge street or within the GTA East corridor to support to Oshawa

Note : This position is assigned a base salary with no medical benefits or bonus opportunity.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Under guidance of District Manager, supports a regular call cycle and service of liquor stores, agency, and grocery accounts.
• Work with the District Manager in territory to support their needs in highest volume accounts.
• Supporting District Managers in delivering monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets for territory in order to support Corby’s overall business goals.
• Apply promotions to Corby product portfolio as approved by customer’s head office. Promotional items consist of but are not limited to : 50ml value-add, neck tags, non-liquid value-add items, gift box or bags, and rebate coupons.
• Report inventory issues to District Manager promptly or where possible handle the situation themselves so that it can be addressed with store staff.
• In collaboration with District Manager, the Sales Associate is responsible for ensuring that monthly and quarterly sales objectives are developed, assist in loading into Corby’s CRM and that the appropriate progress / tracking mechanisms are in place.
• Responsible for understanding and executing against Corby’s standards in collaboration with District Manager.
• Accountable for learning, understanding and implementing the Corby Approach to Selling’ standards in each sales call.
• Able to operate effectively and collaboratively within a team environment; must contributes positively to overall team performance and dynamics.
• Responsible for the timely reporting of competitor information and activity to District Manager.
• Accountable to perform all administrative duties to a high standard and to the appropriate timelines.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong Customer Service Experience with proven success in a Sales / Service environment
• Industry related sales experience an asset
• Time management and organization skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Travel required (local) - must have valid driver's license and use of vehicle (gas card and car allowance provided)
• Team oriented

Education Requirements

University degree or equivalent

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, including aboriginal, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, creed, family status, national origin, age, and gender.

Pernod Ricard and its Canadian Affiliates Corby Spirit and Wine Limited, and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd. are committed to providing accessible employment practices.

Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process or wish to view our accommodation policies, please contact the Human Resources Department at -ricard.

com . For Ontario Applicants, our practices are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Job Posting End Date :

Target Hire Date : 2024-05-01

2024-05-01

Target End Date : 2024-12-31

2024-12-31