Key Account Manager

We are partnering with a well-established Canadian food manufacturer to hire a Key Account Manager to support continued growth across foodservice and specialty food channels. This role is responsible for managing key customer relationships, developing new business opportunities, and driving long-term account growth across Canada, with exposure to the US market.The successful candidate will thrive in a relationship-driven sales environment and enjoy working within a mid-sized, entrepreneurial organization where initiative and ownership are valued.Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 2 days in the office. Salary Range: $80,000 - depending on the work experience. AdvantagesJoin a stable, Canadian-based company with a strong market reputationHigh-visibility sales role with real influence and ownershipFlexible hybrid work environmentOpportunity to work with established customers while developing new businessSupportive leadership and collaborative sales cultureMileage reimbursement and flexible vacation policyHealth, dental, and vision benefitsEmployee appreciation initiatives and strong company cultureResponsibilitiesManage and grow a portfolio of existing key accountsDevelop new business opportunities through relationship-based sellingBuild strong partnerships with customers, distributors, and internal stakeholdersIdentify growth opportunities within established customer accountsSupport project-based sales initiatives and category presentationsTravel periodically within Canada and the United States to support customer relationshipsMaintain accurate sales activity tracking and follow-upQualifications5+ years of B2B sales experience within foodservice, food manufacturing, or distributionStrong relationship-building and communication skillsExperience working with distributors, brokers, or category managersComfortable managing long sales cycles and multiple opportunities simultaneouslyAbility to work independently and take initiative in a mid-sized organizationValid driver’s license and willingness to travelSummaryThis opportunity is ideal for a sales professional who enjoys relationship-driven account management, values long-term customer partnerships, and is motivated by growth rather than transactional selling. Candidates with foodservice experience, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative mindset will be well positioned for success.Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.