Outside Sales Representative

Intercity Packers Meat & Seafood•Vancouver, BC

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Intercity Packers Ltd. is seeking a Full-Time Permanent Sales Representative to join their team. This role is responsible for driving new bulk commodity and protein sales growth in the Lower Mainland. The company emphasizes integrity, quality, safety, sustainability, accountability, and trust, and is dedicated to its customers and people. Intercity Packers is the largest meat/seafood distribution company in Western Canada and part of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) Canada group.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license, vehicle and ability to travel as required.
Direct-selling and account management experience required.
Sales experience in a protein food service company is required.
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.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
Proficiency with the Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Hangouts, Slides).

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related discipline preferred, or other job related equivalent business experience.

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.

Benefits

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
Weekly paychecks
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 products
Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
Company supported Pension Plan
Education and Training Allowance
In-house Training and Certification
Sick & Bonus Hours Program
Wellness Program