Account Manager

Do you understand key strategies for promotions, pricing, shelving and product SKU assortment? Are you passionate about analyzing CPG sales data and can translate insight and vision into a business plan? Have you had some experience managing accounts in the CPG industry?

We have a great opportunity for you!

Reporting to the Director of Sales for Western Canada, the Account Manager will support accounts in the Vancouver area.

Job advantages

• A competitive salary with opportunities for advancement and career development.
• Access to a group insurance plan & a pension plan with employer contributions.
• Telemedicine & employee and family assistance program.
• Recognition & wellness programs for employees.

Key activities

• Deliver against business plan targets.
• Collaborate to develop joint business plans reflecting brand/category objectives.
• Execute new product listings, distribution, pricing/promotions, marketing investment, deduction management.
• Manage forecasting and trade spend.
• Prepare deal and costing sheets.
• Increase sales through data-based selling.
• Exact responsibilities will be determined based on industry experience and team structure analysis.

Required Training And Experience

• 2-5 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing and/or Finance.
• Experience with databases like Nielsen or account specific POS Data tools (an asset).

Skills sought

• Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and business development capabilities.
• Strong business, financial and analytical acumen.
• Ability to identify growth opportunities and translate them into actionable strategies.
• Ability to interpret data and resolve complex issues.
• Sound judgment and effective decision-making.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.

Specifics Of The Position

• Availability to travel as required.
• Able to work effectively in a work from home environment.

Lassonde, all in good taste!

Working at Lassonde is about being involved, giving meaning to your work and doing things right. And that’s because Lassonde takes care of its people. Choosing Lassonde means joining a century-old company founded in Quebec that embodies strong values such as respect and integrity. It also means finding a family spirit at the heart of a North American company, thriving alongside dedicated people and being proud of the tasty, quality products that we offer our clients and consumers. At Lassonde, anything is possible.