Route Sales Representative

Established in 1995 in the heart of Niagara Region, Northland Floral Inc. is an innovative and growing leader in the floral industry. It is our humble purpose to deliver memories across North America with our vast and unrivalled assortment of fresh cut flowers, bouquets, arrangements, potted plants, greens, and supplies.

At Northland Floral, our mission is to serve our customers with exceptional product, personalized service, and dedicated delivery. To deliver on our purpose and accomplish our mission, we aspire to be a championship team that acts in accordance with our core values.

o We encourage ideas, collaboration, and open communication.

o We strive to do what is best and right.

o We respect and value one another.

o We empower others to take the lead to reach their full potential.

o We are inspired by change and stimulated by progress.

Due to strong growth in our business and continued plans for expansion, Northland Floral is looking for a Route Sales Swing Representative.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Using a Northland truck, you will travel to pre-assigned customers to sell, deliver, and merchandise Northland Floral products

· Manage truck and store inventory to maximize sales, ensure freshness and quality while managing waste

· Work to identify changes to customer needs using provided sales data and react accordingly

· Build strong relationships with store management to help aid in the growth of sales

· Have a growing understanding of executing in-store planograms and store procedures

· Executing hands on activities with excellence, including but not limited to managing product placement on shelves, working to obtain off shelf displays during key holiday times, handling, opening, and returning cardboard shipping boxes, cleaning/maintaining display fixtures

· Use a provided handheld device to record orders, waste, submit daily photos, receive provided sales data and communicate with managers

· Load and unload truck in a safe and organized manner

· Follow all shipping and receiving procedures in store and in warehouse

· Follow all Northland Transport and Ministry driving guidelines

· Follow an early morning start time (approximately 6 am)

· Follow a 4-day work week, 40-45 hrs., holiday time may require additional hours/Days

· Can work as a collaborator while being independently motivated

· Openly accept additional duties and responsibilities as required.

What Northland offers:

· Competitive salary

· Benefits

· Paid vacation

· Strong office and management support

· A team-oriented work environment

· Company shirts

Requirements:

· College diploma or trade school equivalent.

· 3 years experience in a similar role.

· A valid G license at 5 years minimum

· Clean driving record; Drivers abstract required

· Ability to carry/lift/push/pull 30-60 lbs

· Strong verbal communication skills

· An understanding of electronic devices and various functions is an asset

· Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive for periods of time

· Previous sales experience is an asset but not a requirement

· Must be authorized to work in Canada.

If you are interested in this position, please email your cover letter and resume. We thank you for your interest in Northland, however, only those applicants selected to participate in the interview process will be contacted. This posting will be removed once the position has been filled.

Northland Inc. is an equal employer recognizing diversity and inclusion. Northland Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from exceptional individuals. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $52,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Work Location: In person