Multi-Unit Sales Representative Foodservice

The Opportunity:

This role is designed for ambitious high-potential individuals looking to build a career in sales and commercial leadership within one of Canadas leading consumer packaged goods companies. Reporting directly to the Multi Unit Sales Director you will work alongside senior sales leaders supporting some of Canadas largest and most recognizable restaurant brands. Youll gain hands-on experience across customer strategy commercial planning product innovation financial analysis forecasting and cross-functional leadershipall while building the foundation for future customer-facing sales opportunities.

This is more than an entry-level role. It is an opportunity to accelerate your commercial development build relationships across the organization and develop the skills required to become a future sales leader at Maple Leaf Foods.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by August 10. 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:

• As a member of the Multi Unit Sales team you will partner closely with the Multi Unit Sales Director and Multi Uni Sales Managers to support customer growth and execute strategic business initiatives.
• Support the planning execution and follow-up of strategic customer meetings and business reviews.
• Collaborate with Marketing Product Development Revenue Management Pricing Supply Chain Customer Fulfillment and Finance to execute customer strategies and deliver winning solutions.
• Participate in the development of new menu items and product innovation initiatives for key restaurant partners.
• Build sales forecasts analyze business performance and develop recommendations that drive profitable growth.
• Analyze shipment data market trends financial performance pricing promotional effectiveness and new product launches to uncover business opportunities.
• Develop customer insights and business stories that support strategic recommendations to both internal teams and customers.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
• Support product launches through post-launch analysis identifying learnings and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Prepare materials and insights for customer presentations executive business reviews and important internal meetings.
• Improve internal processes and tools that increase team effectiveness and maximize customer-facing time.
• Coordinate product samples for customer meetings innovation sessions and trade events.
• Provide support and coverage for Multi-Unit Sales Managers as required.
• Support additional strategic projects and initiatives that contribute to the success of the Multi Unit Sales business.
• Youll have the opportunity to work with some of Canadas largest and fastest-growing restaurant organizations including:
  • McDonalds Tim Hortons A&W Subway Chick-fil-A Chipotle Recipe Unlimited MTY Popeyes Pizza Pizza Pizza Nova and other leading national and regional restaurant partners.

Skills That You Will Develop

• This role is intentionally designed to accelerate your commercial career. You will develop:
• Customer management and strategic selling skills
• Commercial and financial acumen
• Business planning and forecasting capabilities
• Data analysis and insight generation
• Executive communication and presentation skills
• Cross-functional leadership and collaboration
• Project management and process improvement experience
• Deep knowledge of the Canadian foodservice industry
• Who You Are
• Were looking for someone who is curious driven and eager to learn. You enjoy solving problems working with data collaborating with others and taking ownership of meaningful work.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited by the opportunity to work with senior leaders cross-functional teams and some of Canadas most recognized restaurant brands.

What Youll Bring:

• Post-secondary education required - business focus preferred
• 2-3 years work experience in a sales or marketing function
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office specifically Excel and Power point)
• Natural curiosity and 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
• Strong at understanding and building key relationships.
• Critical Thinking and Problem-solving skills are required
• An eye for Continuous improvement; while building out an entrepreneurial mindset.

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