Tuesday, 9 August 2011

Retail Development Representative, Major Retail Channel




Retail Development Representative, Major Retail Channel









 
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CPG Connect (http://cpgconnect.ca) is a new job board and business networking site exclusively for the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Industry in Canada. It is a destination site for Consumer Packaged Goods professionals or anyone looking to start a career in CPG.

CPG Connect currently has over 200 CPG companies posting positions for professionals at all levels and disciplines across Canada.

Opportunity:

One of our customers, Nestle Canada Inc, is currently looking to hire a Retail Development Representative, Major Retail Channel in Lethbridge, AB.

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POSITION: Retail Development Representative, Major Retail Channel

BUSINESS UNIT: Retail Development

LOCATION: Lethbridge, Alberta

REPORTS TO: Retail Development Team Manager, Major Retail Channel

The incumbent is responsible for the achievement of all category sales and target objectives within the Major Retail channel of the territory. Categories include Coffee, Beverage, Frozen, Confectionery, Ice Cream and Nutrition. This channel is comprised of mass, drug and grocery stores and chains such as LCL, Sobeys, Wal-Mart, SDM, etc. These positions are ideal for high-energy, creative professionals who are looking for opportunities to further develop dynamic sales careers with Nestlé.

Major Responsibilities:

· Manage a variety of stores within your territory with the objective to build and develop both Nestlé’s and the customer’s business across all categories.

· Ensure application of strategic sales and distribution plans in retail operations in all categories, including Planograms and POS placement, consistent with all AVA principles

· Ensure effective placement and performance of ice cream freezers where applicable

· Plan and direct the achievement of volume and profit targets within your territory using effective merchandising, promotions, selling skills and Nestlé Way at Retail.

· Identify additional store and business opportunities.

· Proactively manage your store coverage consistent with the territory call cycle and effectively manage all required administrative functions, such as expense reports, sales recaps, pre-plan activities and post call requests

· Monitor and report competitive and industry intelligence to your manager.

· Manage and control the promotional budget within your territory

· Ensure optimized use and effectiveness of SFL technology

· Work closely with all functional teams to ensure strong communication and issue resolution.

· Must be able to work occasional weekends as business needs dictate

Qualifications:

· A university or college degree in a business-related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· 2-3 years of relevant retail sales and or category management experience preferred. Knowledge of DSD an asset

· Strong analytical skills, computer literacy and excellent presentation skills.

· Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Proven negotiation skills

· Proof of valid driver’s license required

· Must be able to effectively mange change in a fast paced dynamic environment Candidate must reside within the territory and must be able and willing to travel as required based on territory needs.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted


How to Apply:

To learn more and apply visit CPG Connect at:


Be sure to also join CPG Connect as a professional to get our bi-weekly newsletter featuring all jobs in the CPG Industry! To join, visit http://cpgconnect.ca.

























Job TitleRetail Development Representative, Major Retail Channel





























Company NameNestle Canada Inc via CPG Connect
Email
Websitehttp://cpgconnect.ca
Salary
ProvinceAlberta
LocationLethbridge

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