Account Director
Sales & marketingDescription
DuJour is the 2.0 food broker, recognized for its passion for innovative products and its commitment to offering creative and effective solutions to its food industry partners. We believe a brand does not grow by chance: it grows thanks to the people who believe in it, the ideas that come to life, and the thousands of actions taken every day on the ground.
Therefore, we refuse to choose between strategy and execution. We combine marketing, to inspire, and sales, to turn that inspiration into concrete results. We work with inspiring brands and the major retail banners to develop their presence in the Canadian market.
Our raison d'être? To grow brands. Our vision? To become the reference partner for brands that want to leave a lasting impression on consumers and in the marketplace.
We are currently experiencing growth and are looking for the right person who will be able to directly contribute to the growth of the company and make a difference within our team!
As an Account Manager, you will be at the heart of the development and strategic management of relationships with the main banners in the food industry. This key role consists of maximizing growth opportunities, ensuring flawless customer satisfaction, and making the commercial objectives of DuJour and its partners shine.
Desired Profile
We are looking for a person who has solid experience in commercial development in the food industry, and whose network of contacts with the banners is already well established. A person whose negotiation, marketing, strategic analysis, and management skills are beyond reproach. Someone who knows how to bring together a team through natural and inspiring leadership, and who excels in the art of building strong and lasting business relationships.
An autonomous, proactive, results-oriented person, with good knowledge of the local or regional economic fabric, and above all, ready to take on the stimulating challenges of a growing company.
Do you recognize yourself in this description? We want to meet you!
Main Responsibilities
- Build effective and rigorous sales strategies for our clients.
- Manage and develop our innovative brands within the main food banners.
- Negotiate commercial agreements, promotions, and marketing programs.
- Identify new business opportunities and recommend growth strategies.
- Analyze market trends and product performance.
- Collaborate with the teams of our partners (sales, marketing, logistics, etc.) to ensure optimal execution of projects.
- Represent DuJour and its partners at client meetings and industry events.
- Required Qualifications
- 5 to 10 years of experience in managing major accounts, ideally in the food or consumer products industry.
- Excellent knowledge of the Canadian food market and major banners.
- Well-established network with major banners.
- Strong business development skills and established contacts in the industry.
- University degree in administration, marketing, or a related field.
- Passion for food and innovative products.
- Results-oriented and customer-focused approach.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a natural ease in representing DuJour and its clients.
- Bilingual (French and English).
- Valid driver's license.
- Availability to travel for various industry events.
- Assets
- Knowledge in marketing and brand management.
- Experience in commercial data analysis or category development.
- Knowledge of the fresh and value-added products industry.
Why Join Our Team?
- A passionate and collaborative team, driven by the success of its clients and partners.
- A portfolio of inspiring and growing brands.
- A stimulating environment where innovation is at the heart of decisions.
- Human leaders who value your expertise and involve you in strategic decisions.
Benefits and Conditions
- Hybrid / flexible remote work.
- Paid holidays during the holidays.
- Generous vacation days, depending on experience.
- Advantageous mileage allowance.
- Provided cell phone.
- Company events that bring people together.
- Frequent travel in the course of the job (to be expected according to client and industry needs).
- Job Type
Full-time, permanent.
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