Customer Business Development Representative Loblaw

The Opportunity:

The Customer Business Development Representative is responsible for supporting the development and execution of category growth plans that align Maple Leaf Foods and the customers strategic plans. Successful candidates will be responsible for supporting Customer Sales teams by ensuring flawless execution of sales plans both internally and with customer. Additionally effective CBDRs will provide key sales information insights and recommendations are available on a timely basis to enhance customer business development responsible for providing support and information to internal business functions consequently allowing Customer Sales teams effective external focus.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 22. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount
Compensation:$59000 $87000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive

The above compensation reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills experience education training job- related knowledge and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles salaries are adjusted according to scheduled addition to base salary this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leafs annual short-term incentive plan.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Ensure flawless execution of order fulfillment liaising with internal departments to ensure customer expectations are met / exceeded
• Attend key customer meetings -business reviews planning meetings new product presentations etc.- with Customer Business Development Managers
• Provide back-up support to Customer Business Development Managers (i.e. vacation coverage etc.)
• Complete analysis gain key insights and make recommendations on key performance indicators/trends and future opportunities such as sales volume trade spending KAAP advertising promotions new product launches pricing etc.
• Assist in the development of customer presentations (i.e. product launches customer business plan/reviews promotions merchandising pricing etc.)
• In conjunction with other functions coordinate support or lead processes internally to allow Customer Managers increased external focus
• Effectively communicate customer requirements across all internal functions
• Ensure systems / processes are effectively managed and improved
• Recognize and make recommendations on cost reduction opportunities
• Assist customer team with information requests key insights recommendations and processes (support external processes / lead and support internal processes)
• Develop a deep understanding of the customer to provide value-added services to the customer team and customer(s)
• Support internal business functions with information and insights
• Improve internal process to support effectiveness efficiency and external focus

What Youll Bring:

• Post-secondary education required - business focus preferred
• 2-3 years work experience in a sales or marketing function
• Previous Customer Business Development Representative experience considered an asset
• Experience working with LDIA and AC Nielsen considered an asset
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Strong analytical skills; ability to gain and communicate key insights
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced demanding work environment
• Highly organized fact-based and detail oriented
• Able to anticipate internal/external customers needs and proactively seek to satisfy those needs

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe rewards excellence and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities including workshops speaker series events and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees diplomas professional certification or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

Were a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition safer food and workplaces more humane animal care and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Lets build a better future together.

Were passionate about food. For more than 100 years weve made delicious healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands like Maple Leaf Schneiders and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. Were on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company not just in Canada but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

Were a global food company with approximately 10000 team members. We operate sites in 20 locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building investing in recognizing and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace embrace all forms of diversity and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. Were so much stronger when we know were accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers our customers our people our communities our shareholders and the environment.

• Doing Whats Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at.

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 59000 - 87000