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    Key Account Manager - Mississauga, ON, Canada - Gay Lea Foods

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    Reports to:
    National Director – Ingredient Sales


    Status:
    Full time

    Gay Lea Foods is currently seeking to enhance our sales team We are looking for a Key Account Manager to support our ambitious growth targets within our Ingredients portfolio

    As a Key Account Manager - Ingredients, you will be entrusted with managing and nurturing client relationships by executing sales strategies that drive growth and maximize revenue and sales margin within your customer base as well as supporting other customers within the ingredients channel.

    Your role will be instrumental in driving customer satisfaction, fostering long-term partnerships, and identifying opportunities for account growth and expansion / optimization.

    You will work closely with the National Director – Ingredient Sales to develop and implement strategies that solidify our position as a leading provider of dairy products to both the domestic and export market.

    You may also be called upon to find new customers that help to drive optimal product mix within our sales portfolio.

    Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts(s), ensuring exceptional service delivery, and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships.

    Develop a strong understanding of the Canadian dairy ingredients landscape; Support the monthly/annual pricing update process as required.

    Collaborate with the sales team to contribute to the development and execution of strategic account plans, focusing on achieving revenue targets and overall business objectives.

    Conduct regular business reviews with key clients to assess performance, discuss opportunities for growth, and ensure alignment with their business goals.

    Work closely with internal departments as necessary to ensure effective execution of customer forecasts, program accruals, promotional activity, quality control and quality assurance concerns.

    Analyze market trends, competitive dynamics, and customer feedback to identify potential growth opportunities and anticipate challenges in the market.

    Prepare detailed account performance reports, highlighting key metrics, opportunities, and challenges.

    Lead contract negotiations, renewals, and discussions on terms and pricing, ensuring mutual benefits for both our company and our customers.

    Bachelor's degree in business administration, food science, or a related field.

    2-4 years of experience in an account management role, preferably in the dairy or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry.

    Proven track record of successfully managing accounts and delivering exceptional results in terms of client retention and revenue growth.

    Previous food science or technical sales experience considered an asset.
    Strong analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed business decisions.
    Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
    Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and execute comprehensive account plans aligned with organizational objectives.
    Demonstrated negotiation skills and the ability to handle complex contract discussions and agreements.
    Knowledge of cpg/milk market trends (Canadian & international) , commodity pricing (global dairy) a definite asset.

    Gay Lea Foods is a proud Canadian-owned dairy food and beverage company with a robust portfolio that includes 7 established brands such as Gay Lea Butter, Nordica Cottage Cheese, Ivanhoe Cheese, Salerno Cheese, and Hewitt's Dairy.

    Our wide range of products are sold in Retail, Foodservice, Industrial, Co-pack, and Export markets, developed and produced out of our 13 manufacturing facilities in Ontario and Alberta.

    Delivering high-quality and innovative products - from the consumer favourite Spreadables and North America's first Smooth Cottage Cheese, to Nothing But Cheese, an innovative snack made with 100% cheese, is what makes us market leaders in our categories.

    Our grassroots approach to business is what guides our direction and differentiates us from our competitors.

    Gay Lea Foods is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.
    Thank you for your interest in Gay Lea Foods.

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