Sales Representative

Sales Representative - Direct Sales page is loaded## Sales Representative - Direct Saleslocations: Calgary, Albertatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition id: R-44669Intercity Packers Ltd.Intercity Packers is the largest meat/seafood distribution company in Western Canada and part of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) Canada group of companies, recognized by Forbes magazine to be among Canada’s Best Employers in 2022.As a result of our expanding sales strategy, Intercity Packers is looking for a Full Time **Direct Sales Representative** located in **Calgary, Alberta**. Reporting to the Director of Sales, the successful candidate will be accountable for driving new bulk commodity and sales growth.**Duties and Responsibilities*** Develop and implement a business plan and sales strategy for your assigned accounts to ensure attainment of company sales goals and objectives.* Identify opportunities for total growth through analysis and sales insights.* Initiate and coordinate development of action plans to penetrate new markets.* Collaboratively work with internal departments, in particular Product Development & Operations.* Respectfully and capably represents the best interests of Intercity Packers in all internal and external dealings.* Builds relationships with all clients in the market area to ensure high levels of client satisfaction and retention.**Required Skills and Qualifications*** Valid Class 5 driver’s license, vehicle and ability to travel as required.* Must have 5 years of sales experience in the food and beverage industry.* Direct-selling and account management experience required.* Sales experience in a protein food service company is a huge asset.* Strong customer service skills.* Excellent negotiation and diplomacy skills, with a high degree of tact and persuasiveness.* Effective communication in an open and direct manner; conveys information clearly and concisely, with strong written and verbal communication skills.* Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related discipline preferred, or other job related equivalent business experience.* Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.* Proficiency with the Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Hangouts, Slides)****Intercity Packers offers a range of benefits, including:***** Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage)* Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program* Annual Profit Sharing Bonus* Employee Family Assistance Program* Opportunities for career advancement* Employee Recognition Programs* Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs)* Training opportunities* Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program* Full-time hours* A team-oriented work environment* Special employee discounts on meat and seafood productsAt Intercity Packers Meat & Seafood, we believe in good food and good people. Over the past five decades, we have cultivated a rich history of bringing customers high quality, innovative and carefully sourced meat, seafood products and the best customer service. Our unwavering mission to provide customers with the best is reflected in our motto, **“Yes, we do"**We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Intercity Packers is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to hr@intercitypackers.ca and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.Join one of the teams at Intercity Packers at one of our four locations (Vancover, Edmonton, Toronto, or Montreal). We are the most trusted name in protein for product integrity and safety in today’s constantly changing marketplace.We are a company that believes in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right. We believe culture is the key for a great working environment and that the customer is king and strive to provide the best possible service – Yes, we doWe offer a fair and competitive benefit package that includes: Medical, Dental and Life Insurance Special Employee Discount on all products Company supported Pension Plan Education and Training Allowance In-house Training and Certification Sick & Bonus Hours Program Wellness Program #J-18808-Ljbffr