Commissioned Sales Representative Full-time Job

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

 

 

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

 

• Competitive salaries
• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Purchase option of company stocks
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

             

Overview of the Role

 

• Saputo Dairy Products Canada GP, a leading North American manufacturer of dairy and grocery products, is currently seeking a Commissioned Sales Representative (permanent full time) within the Cheese Division for the Halifax area. This position will be responsible for managing a defined customer list within a geographic sales territory and arrange for distribution of both Saputo and other the products that are required by the customer.

 

How you will make contributions that matter:

 

Maintain current knowledge of the local market within the community

Follow an annual operating plan and budget.  Review weekly revenues and costs relative to budget and to establish further ‘action plans’ where necessary.

Ensure that Accounts make payments within their payment terms.

Initiate and evaluate opportunities for ‘continuous improvement’ throughout the geographical market area.

Maintain a high level of competitive knowledge in terms of products, pricing, discounts, promotions and sales levels. 

Actively manage the profitability and gross margin of sales territory and develop the necessary plans and corrective action to meet the target profitability of territory and customer base.

Prospecting for new accounts in order to increase sales within given territory.

 

 

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:
 

Post-secondary education or equivalent experience in Food Service Sales.

A minimum of 3 years of sales experience in the food industry

Expertise in PC Software a must (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc).

Self-motivated with leadership qualities.

Ability to work under pressure and establish priorities.

Sound communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Dependability and proficiency in current position.

Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 11 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 60 countries. With 65 manufacturing facilities and over 19,500 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, Argentina, and the United Kingdom.