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Sales Representative

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Passion for sales and merchandising; willingness to learn
  • Valid driver's license with clean driving record; ability to travel daily (company car provided)
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-focused, results-driven mindset
  • Proficiency in computer applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) and ability to work independently

Responsibilities

  • Develop understanding of the business and food industry; execute sales plans through selling, merchandising, shelving, and distribution management in an assigned territory to optimize in-store performance and profitability
  • Sell and implement corporate promotions and customer-specific marketing programs; secure new product distribution; sell-in major seasonal promotions; present cross-merchandising ideas
  • Utilize fact-based selling tools and market information to achieve sales and profit objectives; leverage Kraft's and customers' financial measures
  • Develop and execute annual business plans with management, conduct customer assessments and identify retail opportunities; provide feedback on shelving/merchandising programs and recommend course-correction actions

About the company

The Kraft Heinz Company logo

The Kraft Heinz Company

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands. We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others. No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryFood & Beverage Manufacturing
Company size10001

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Job Description

Sales Representative at a glance...

Location: Brampton, ON (remote)

In this key role you develop an in-depth understanding of our business and of the food industry, as well as, develop important leadership attributes in the areas of personal leadership, customer focus, drive for results and executional excellence.

What's on the menu?

  • You will be a key player in the execution of our sales plans through selling, merchandising, shelving and managing distribution in a specifically assigned territory. By optimizing the in-store environment, you will influence consumer-purchasing behaviors while generating incremental profitable sales.
  • You will be equipped with the leading-edge professional selling skills, sales process technology and the fact-based tools that have made us a leader in the industry. You will be exposed to a continuous learning environment in a cross-functional business team, where you will develop a broad understanding of the business and the industry.
  • Utilize fact-based selling tools and market information to secure new product distribution; selling-in major seasonal promotions; presenting cross-merchandising ideas and identifying other opportunities for new sales growth.
  • Sell and execute corporate promotions and customer-specific marketing programs to enhance Kraft's in-store presence.
  • Leveraging your knowledge of Kraft's and the customer's key financial measures, you will be fully accountable for delivering sales and profit objectives in your assigned territory.
  • Working with management you will develop and execute annual business plans including customer assessments and retail opportunities.
  • Provide feedback on performance of shelving/merchandising programs and recommend course-correction actions.

Recipe for Success: Apply now if this sounds like you!

  • I have a passion for sales and merchandising
  • I have previous selling, merchandising or customer service experience is preferred, but candidates with a passion for selling and driving business results who are willing to learn are encouraged to apply
  • I have a valid Driver's License including a favorable driving record (a clean Driver's Abstract will be required as a condition of hire)I have strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal one on one with customers effectively
  • I have strong drive for results and customer focus
  • I have intermediate Computer Skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • I have ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • I have ability to travel to retailers daily (company car provided)

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$80,800.00 - $101,000.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

  • Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

  • Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

  • Emotional – Employee Family Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

  • Financial -Savings/Pension, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability, Discounted Perks

Location(s)

Home Based - Canada

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

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