Retail Sales Representative (18-month contract)

Position Snapshot

Business area: Nestlé Canada Inc

Location: In the Field position - Pickering to Bowmanville Territory

In-Person

A little bit about us

While Nestlé is known for KitKat®, Gerber®, Nescafe®, and Maggi®, 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 3,400+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re 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. 

What to Expect:

We are looking for a Retail Sales Representative for an 18-month contract in Ontario reporting into the Retail Sales Manager. This position is ideal for a high-energy, self-motivated, analytical, creative professional who is looking for an opportunity to further develop a dynamic sales career and build a long-term career with Nestlé. The successful applicant will be responsible for the Pickering to Bowmanville Territory. This position is an existing vacancy.

A day in the life:

As a Retail Sales Representative, you will be responsible for managing retail stores to deliver sales and merchandising objectives for an assigned territory.

• Execute all in store activities within the framework of Nestlé 8 Steps of a Call and the 4C Selling process.
• Bring strategic initiatives created by account teams to territory to achieve targets
• Plan territory coverage in order to achieve targeted coverage KPI's and assigned sales volume targets.
• Develop relationships with retail decision makers to drive achievement of Nestlé objectives
• Adhere to all Company principles and policies including Safety and local regulations
• Manage full financial processes within corporate guidelines.
• Actively participate in all cycle meetings and Customer Banner meetings

Role Requirements

• Post secondary education
• Candidate must live within the territory, live in close proximity to the territory, or be willing to relocate.
• Must be able and willing to travel as required based on territory needs.
• 1+ year of accumulated experience (including internships and coops) in retail sales, customer service or merchandising.
• Strong problem solving, business thinking and analytical skills.
• Proven experience using MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and a good understanding of network applications related to Sales Information.
• Must possess a full valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
• Demonstrated interest in building a long-term career and growing within Nestlé.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to build relationships with colleagues internally and externally
• Strong problem solving, business thinking and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company 
• Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories 
• Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, 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 
• Vehicle eligibility

Compensation Range: $56,000 - $58,000 CAD

At Nestlé Canada, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. This position offers a competitive salary within the range specified above, aligned with our commitment to equitable pay practices.

What you need to know

We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application. 

Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer. The principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are vital to how we operate. We strive to foster a respectful and supportive environment where individuals feel valued and empowered to contribute and succeed.

If you are invited to participate in the recruitment process and require an accommodation, please inform Human Resources. Nestlé will work with you to ensure full participation.

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