Sales Manager in Training

Canadian Federation of Independent Business • Owen Sound, ON

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

CFIB is seeking an energetic, ambitious, and driven individual for a Sales Manager in Training role. This position offers a hands-on sales experience combined with structured leadership training and mentoring from experienced managers. The role involves developing relationships with SMB owners, understanding their challenges, providing tailored solutions, driving new business development, and growing a territory with entrepreneurial ownership. The goal is to prepare the individual to become a future Sales Manager by mastering sales strategies, tools, and technology.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of sales or customer-facing experience.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed goals.
• Approachable, outgoing, and able to build strong client relationships.
• Motivated by purpose and eager to help small business owners.
• Thrive in dynamic environments.
• Open to feedback, love learning, and take initiative to grow skills.
• Comfortable with CRMs, iPads, digital presentations, and using tech to optimize the sales process.
• Driven and goal-oriented, with a desire to win independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Access to a vehicle.
• Ready to be on the move in your territory.

Responsibilities

• Learn, grow, and lead through hands-on sales and leadership training.
• Develop relationships with SMB owners and understand their challenges.
• Provide tailored solutions to meet client needs.
• Drive new business development and grow your own territory.
• Master sales strategies, tools, and tech.
• Prepare to become a future Sales Manager.

Benefits

• Career Growth: Fast-track your way to leadership.
• Training & Support: Hands-on learning with experienced managers.
• Tools and tech to succeed (CRM, tablet, training resources).
• Flexibility: Independence to work your way, backed by a supportive team.
• Competitive base salary + uncapped commissions + quarterly bonuses.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Make an impact by supporting small businesses.
• Accommodation for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed