Retail Sales Manager (Quebec - Remote) (353867)

Position Snapshot
Business areas: Nestle Canada
Job title: Retail Sales Manager - Quebec
Location: Remote - Quebec

A little bit about us
While Nestl is known for KitKat Gerber Nescafe and Hagen-Dazs our recipe for success comes down to one thing: our people. We strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3000 members of Nestl Canada celebrated for taking action using agility courage and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. Were a team of changemakers who are curious and challenge the status quo that take risks that will help drive us forward. Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement a great work culture and motivated employees.

Position Summary:
We are looking for a Retail Sales Manager located in Quebec and reporting into the Regional Sales Manager Nestl Canada. This position is ideal for a high-energy self-motivated creative professional who is looking for an opportunity to further develop a dynamic sales career. The successful applicant will be responsible for Quebec.

A day in the life of a Retail Sales Manager:

As a Retail Sales Manager you will be responsible for leading a retail sales team to deliver assigned sales and merchandising objectives within the assigned geographical area.

You will also:
Allocate and ensure achievement of agreed to sales merchandising and retail call coverage targets.
Evaluate sales personnel performance through regular in-field work withs and analysis of KPIs against assigned targets and established performance standards including coverage frequency.
Develop action plans to address any identified gaps.
Perform store checks and work-withs on a regular basis
Manage all assigned budgets within approved guidelines.
Represent Retail Sales in account banner meetings as well as various category presentations.
Plan and lead regular Cycle Meetings.
Ensure robust recruitment of best candidates development of careers succession plans training development and coaching of direct reports.

Role Requirements

As the successful candidate you will have superior communication and interpersonal skills with expertise in presenting to both large and small groups. You are passionate driven results focused and able to identify opportunities develop and nurture key relationships and plan and prioritize effectively.

You will need to have excellent time management skills and be able to adapt quickly to business and market changes. You will also have strong negotiation skills and be able to develop territory level business plans in order to align with the overall business strategy.

You will also:
Bilingualism in English and French language skills are a requirement as this position requires collaboration with stakeholders across the Canadian market (and/or globally).
Have a university degree in Business Administration or any related field.
Have a minimum of 5 years of progressive sales experience
Have the ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.
Have Strong problem solving strategic business thinking and analytical skills
Have proven experience using MS Excel PowerPoint Word Outlook and a good understanding of network applications related to Sales Information.
Candidates with experience leading and managing a team will be given preference
Candidate must possess a full valid Drivers License and a clean driving record.
Candidate must reside within the territory or be willing to relocate and must be able and willing to travel as required based on territory needs.

We have a friendly supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment. There are real opportunities for future development and progression this really could be a move towards the exciting Sales career youve always wanted.

We have a friendly supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment. There are real opportunities for future development and progression this really could be a move towards the exciting Sales career youve always wanted.

Benefits

Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment

Company matched pension plan

Three weeks of Vacation and five personal days (Personal Paid Holidays)

Flexible and hybrid work arrangements

Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company

Access to Educational Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Access to the Discount Company store with Nestl Nespresso and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites)

Additional discounts on a variety of products and services offered by our preferred vendors and partnerships

What you need to know

We will be considering applicants as they apply so please dont delay in submitting your application.

Nestl Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity equity inclusion and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiences as a result of their education perspectives culture ethnicity race sex gender identity and expression nation of origin age languages spoken veterans status colour religion disability sexual orientation and beliefs.

If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.

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