At a Glance
- Tasks: Support sales efforts and manage promotional data for Furlani Foods.
- Company: Join a leading manufacturer of specialty bread products in North America.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with a focus on problem-solving and communication.
- Why this job: Be a key player in driving brand success and making an impact.
- Qualifications: 1 year experience in CPG, strong Excel skills, and team collaboration.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 72000 $ per year.
Furlani Foods manufactures and distributes specialty topped bread products across North America, operating bakeries in Wisconsin, Iowa and Ontario.
We are seeking a Retail Branded Sales Associate for a 12‐month parental leave contract who will play a key role in supporting and contributing to the ongoing efforts to grow and maximize the Retail Brand at Furlani Foods. This position serves as a critical conduit between Sales, Customers and cross‐functional internal teams, ensuring the accurate flow of information and data related to promotions, pricing and programs. The role will also act as a backup for the Private Label Sales Associate.
Key Metrics:
- Timely communication of key information to Sales and internal teams, and accuracy of tracked data (pricing systems, program sheets, promotions, etc.).
Responsibilities:
- Update and maintain branded promotional trackers, listing forms and deal sheets across the U.S. and Canada (Retail and Food Service).
- Assist with new customer setup forms.
- Maintain and upload accurate SKU information to trading partner portals and retailer websites (GS1 Canada, 1WorldSync, Retail Link, AWF, Precima).
- Fulfill Sales team requests for product specifications and related information.
- Own sales program sheets, customer information, price lists and contract records in QAD (ERP), including investigation and resolution of related issues.
- Liaise with cross‐functional teams to ensure sales‐related tasks are delivered on time and within budget.
- Access retailer portals and extract relevant data.
- Support Sales commercialization initiatives and act as an internal voice for the Sales team and key contact to other internal resources.
- Serve as the point person to gather trade promotions from the Sales team and input them into the ERP system.
- Investigate claims and deductions identified by Finance and support resolution with cross‐functional teams.
- Approve cheque requests related to customer promotional costs.
Knowledge & Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a related role within the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.
- Strong Excel skills, including advanced functions.
- Experience working with ERP systems (QAD preferred).
- Familiarity with retailer portals and data systems.
- Claims and deductions clearance experience is an asset but not required.
Education:
- Post secondary degree/diploma in a business program or equivalent.
Required Skills:
- Self‐starter with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong organizational and time‐management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated problem‐solving and issue‐resolution capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Technically oriented with the ability to quickly learn new systems.
- Resourceful, detail‐oriented, and resilient in a fast‐paced environment.
- Ability to manage changing priorities effectively.
Salary Range:
$65K – $72K CAD annually
Retail Branded Sales Associate in Mississauga employer: Furlani Foods
Furlani Foods is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture. Located in Ontario, we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth within the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence in specialty bread products.
