Customer Sales Executive - Part Time 1 year contract - Jobs in Mississauga, ON

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Job Title: Customer Sales Executive– OntarioJob Location: Mississauga, OntarioCompany Information:Hershey Canada Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Hershey Company (New York Stock Exchange: HSY) that manufactures, distributes and sells confectionery, snack, refreshment and grocery products in Canada. The Hershey Company is one of Canada’s leading chocolate and confectionary companies with a strong portfolio of brands that delight consumers every day.Major Canada brands include OH HENRY! HERSHEY’S KISSES, BROOKSIDE, POT OF GOLD, JOLLY RANCHER, REESE, TWIZZLERS, HERSHEY’S, SKOR, CHIPITS and ICEBREAKERS.At The Hershey Company, were committed to making a difference in the communities where we live, work and do business. This commitment dates from the earliest years of our company and is a vital part both of our heritage and of who we are today.Our mission is to create a world class environment that attracts, develops/grows and retains world class people. We will build organizational capabilities and passion that compete in the present and build for the future to enable and encourage balanced and healthy lives.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Hershey Canada, Inc. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition team of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.Benefits to You:You will gain an understanding of the multi-faceted areas in Sales that are required to support a leading consumer packaged goods (CPG) company. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the organization while gaining hands-on experience in the fields of sales and business analysisAs a critical member of the Hershey Canada sales team, the part time CSE will be responsible to profitably grow Hershey Canada’s business and as part of the Convenience Channel customer team to achieve the assigned objective/plan, including gross sales, net sales, market share and profit contribution.You will…

• Work within Convenience Team Wholesale and Independent business
• Hershey contact for customer sales and business needs
• Manage customer promotional and merchandising strategies
• Identify new business opportunities
• Focus on distribution, listing base, merchandising solutions, innovation
• New Item Listing forms
• Customer Suggested Order Forms
• Align on Monthly, Quarterly, Annual Forecasts
• Annual Contract Negotiation
• Teamwork/Collaboration

Skills, Knowledge and Education Requirements:

• Teamwork/Collaboration; ability to develop strong cross functional working relationships
• Forward-thinking and ability to challenge the status quo
• Selling and negotiation skills
• Strong sales presentation skills; effective written and verbal communication skills
• Entrepreneurial spirit; and ability to work independently
• Detail oriented and ability to multi-task
• Above average knowledge of Microsoft office software (PowerPoint and Excel, mandatory)
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Previous experience within the Snack Food category, with sound knowledge of the Canadian retail landscape

Leadership Competencies:Business Acumen: Understands how a CPG business works including how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace. Maintains a working knowledge of competitors as well as current and future trends, policies, practices and information affecting his/her business and organization.Drive For Results: Pushes self and others to exceed business goals and achieve breakthrough results. Recognizes key actions necessary to achieve results, establishes and communicates priorities to others, and maintains own and others focus on achieving the important goals of the organization. Demonstrates persistence in overachieving results and encourages others to do the same.Interpersonal Relations and Teamwork: Establishes and maintains constructive and effective business relationships built upon trust. Uses diplomacy and tact to diffuse even high-tension situations. Works to find common ground and mutually beneficial solutions to conflicts. Relates well to all people inside and outside the organization. Can represent his/her own interest and yet be fair to other groups. Viewed by others as a team player.Benefits and Perks of Working at Hershey Canada:

• Of course, exposure to some of the world’s leading chocolate and sugar confectionery brands and products
• Flextime with required core working hours
• Working in a LEED certified and open concept environment
• Corporate social responsibility programs – because we should leave the world a little better than we found it
• Fantastic reward and recognition programs

Hershey Canada is proud of being named to Forbes Canada’s Best Employers 2021 List and Forbes 2021 World’s Top Female Friendly Companies. We have also been recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2022, Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2022, and one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures 2021.At Hershey Canada, we seek the advancement of an inclusive and respective culture by having a diverse workforce and inclusive environment to create more Moments of Goodness for our employees and consumers. Hershey Canada extends opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, or any other protected status.We will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in our hiring. Please inform the Talent Acquisition team if you require accommodation in order to participate in our hiring process.Quick Apply

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