Associate Key Account Manager - Canada

Vacancy Type: Newly Created Role

👋 Who We Are

We are Canada’s leading health and wellness company, driven by our purpose of Inspiring Better Lives Every Day.

Established in 1922, we are Canada’s #1 consumer health brand, proudly inspiring better lives for over 100 years. With our Jamieson, youtheory, Progressive, Smart Solutions, and Iron Vegan brands, we’re growing globally and reaching more people every day.

Our commitment to quality, innovation, integrity, inclusion and sustainability has earned us a strong reputation Worldwide, and our world-class manufacturing and certification standards continue to set us apart in the industry.

🌐 www.jamiesonwellness.com

📌 What You’ll Do

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting directly to the National Account Manager, the Associate Key Account Manager (AKAM) supports the execution of the Sobeys portfolio strategy across all banners (Sobeys, Safeway, FreshCo, Foodland, Thrifty Foods, Lawtons Drugs). This role is designed as a development position, providing hands-on exposure to key account management within a leading Canadian retailer.

Working alongside the National Account Manager, the AKAM contributes to the delivery of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) by supporting account execution, analyzing performance, and helping identify growth opportunities. The role partners cross-functionally with sales, finance, supply chain, and marketing to build a strong foundation in managing a national retail customer.

Here’s what you can expect in your role:

SPECIFIC KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Support the execution of the Sobeys account strategy across all banners, contributing to sales growth and in-market execution.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, shopper insights, and competitive activity to identify opportunities and provide actionable recommendations.
• Assist in monitoring trade spend and promotional effectiveness through ROI analysis, helping ensure investments align with performance and profitability targets.
• Support the development and maintenance of account plans, forecasts, and KPIs aligned to AOP objectives.
• Help track performance against the operating plan, identifying gaps and supporting corrective actions.
• Prepare materials and analysis for customer meetings, line reviews, and joint business planning sessions with Sobeys.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support execution of promotions, innovation launches, and supply chain coordination.
• Build foundational relationships with Sobeys stakeholders while learning effective account management practices.
• Manage invoice validation, deduction tracking, and trade spend reconciliation to ensure accuracy and timely resolution.
• Support administrative and contractual processes, including documentation and compliance with agreed customer terms.

What You Bring

You're a mix of curious, collaborative, and purpose-driven. Your experience and perspective might include:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Requirements

• College or University Diploma/Degree
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Sales Experience of 3+ years in sales, account management or business development
• Remote role with occasional travel
• Category Management experience an asset
• Proven ability to work independently, and on own initiatives
• Collaborative, multi-tasking, ability to build a relationship with a variety of people
• Organized and able to make an independent decision
• Driver’s License and able to travel to make customer visits and meetings
• Able to handle stock, loading and unloading vehicle (approximately 30 lbs. at a time)

Note: If you don’t meet every requirement listed here, we still encourage you to apply. Research shows that some groups may only apply when they meet every criteria — but we value diverse backgrounds and transferable skills.

🌈 Our Commitment to Inclusion and Belonging

At Jamieson, belonging is at the heart of how we work. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and believe our differences drive innovation and stronger decisions. Our goal is simple: a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported, and able to thrive.

For more information on our commitments to people and planet, please read our latest Sustainability report and DEIB policy.

If you require any accommodation during our hiring process, please let us know. We’re committed to making the experience accessible and equitable for all, and we’ll work together to find the right solution.

🌟 Our Purpose & Values

Our purpose – Inspiring better Lives Every Day – is lived through our values of Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Agility.

✨ Compensation

Jamieson Wellness Inc. offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base pay, including eligibility for our Short-Term Incentive Program and a variety of benefits to support your well-being and professional growth.

For this role, the posting range is “$62,900– $94,300”, which reflects the full salary range of the position. The actual salary offered will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, level of education, and other professional qualifications aligned with the requirements and complexity of this position.

💚 Why Join Jamieson?

🧘 Health & Wellness – Competitive benefits, mental health support, wellness initiatives, and discounts on our products.

💸 Financial Security – Company-paid RRSP (no match required!) and an Employee Share Purchase Plan.

🏡 Flexibility & Balance – Flexible work models, and a real respect for your personal time.

📚 Growth-Minded Culture – Learning opportunities, clear career paths, and performance conversations that support real growth.

🌍 Make an Impact – Work for an organization with purpose — one that is making meaningful impact in communities worldwide.

🌐 Use of AI in Our Hiring Process

We sometimes use AI tools (like LinkedIn) to suggest candidates, but every application we receive is reviewed by a real human and final hiring decisions are made by your future people leader!

🚀 Ready to Apply?

Submit your application through LinkedIn or by emailing [email protected] with the job title in the subject line.

Let’s inspire better lives — starting with yours. 🌱