Company Overview:

A Better Choice isn’t just a statement, it’s the Dare promise.

Dare is a proudly Canadian family business established in 1889. Throughout our long history, we’ve created some of the country’s most beloved brands, including Bear Paws, RealFruit candies, Breton crackers, and Melba Toast, to name just a few. Our facilities have been located in the Kitchener area for over 130 years, since the first family store opened in 1892. Our head office is now in the Cambridge, Ontario area, and we’ve extended our roots far beyond. With eight manufacturing facilities and over 1,400 employees, Dare is an integral part of Canada’s social and economic fabric.

At Dare, our dedicated team works with passion to maintain our tradition of excellence, innovation, and quality in every aspect of our business. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize cutting-edge technologies to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the ever-evolving needs of consumers and our clients.

Integrity, family, quality, innovation, and proximity are the pillars of our Best Choice promise.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a full-time Sales Territory Manager (Store Representative) for a territory located in the greater Gatineau area (including Mont-Laurier and Lachute).

You will be expected to demonstrate initiative and possess strong communication and relationship-building skills. You will be responsible for maintaining existing accounts within your territory. Your primary task will be to meet or exceed established sales and merchandising targets. You will work independently and be part of a seasoned and passionate team dedicated to ensuring the company's growth and profitability and delivering on our Best Choice promise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement Dare Foods Limited's strategic business plans with the retailer for each client/banner within the assigned territory.
• Develop, implement, and maximize an efficient and effective plan for managing retail visits within the assigned territory, in accordance with pre-established classifications.
• Effectively utilize professional and fact-based sales techniques to achieve full distribution (product availability) of all designated products and secure additional display/showroom space.
• Proactively provide regular information and feedback to the appropriate individuals regarding successes, challenges, opportunities, and competitive initiatives related to the retail market.
• Establish and maintain strong business relationships with key influencers and decision-makers in stores and develop results-oriented promotional presentations.
• Maintain a client database containing various information (e.g., visits, calls, displays secured, actions taken, follow-up actions, results, etc.).

Requirements

• University or college degree in business or another relevant field, or equivalent sales experience
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills; ability to quickly identify and prioritize key opportunities
• Knowledge of or experience in the retail packaged goods industry would be considered an asset
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift at least 35 pounds
• Ability to crouch to manage the bottom shelf in visited stores
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is a strong asset

Total Rewards Program: Our total rewards program reflects our commitment to investing in our employees to help them and their families achieve their wellness goals. At Dare, the total rewards program includes a competitive base salary and comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement plans. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities, and rewards and recognition programs.

At Dare Foods Limited, we are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and equal opportunity-focused environment that welcomes people from all backgrounds, because we know this will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodations due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of the application and employment process.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Given the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm receipt of individual applications or CVs.