National Account Manager/ Key Account Manager

Job title: National Account Manager/ Key Account Manager

Job description: *Primary Duties and Responsibilities* * Model the Core Capabilities to achieve service excellence, meet and exceed organizational objectives and support fiscal responsibility. * Survey the relevant market, and exhibit and market the Products; take the responsibility of the brand and it’s sub-brand planning and marketing plan in the Canadian Market including product line development and the overall sales & marketing. * Assist in development of annual quota, profit plan and sales action plan and monitor actual results vs. plan throughout the year, making adjustments when appropriate. * Target specific prospect accounts for conversion, execute sales action plans, understand account needs, develop relationships and assist in securing new business. * Prepare for business reviews and presentations, as appropriate, to management. * Assist marketing and sales management with development of marketing strategies and advertising plans as appropriate. * Recommend opportunities for increased business penetration, based on knowledge of customers and category. * Establish appropriate account contacts and maintain an effective working relationship internally and externally. * Assist team in handling inquiries, complaints and service programs working through appropriate business functions and acting as liaison with promotions, special programs, new products and other relevant activities to customers. * Attend customer meetings and trade conferences as appropriate. * Participate in the development of and/or review of cost proposals. * All other duties as assigned and requested. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual’s status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants *Education and Experience Profile* * Bachelor’s degree in Business or related discipline is required. * A minimum of 3-5 years work experience in consumer products industry is required with preferred 2+ years in retail field sales and direct account responsibility. * Experience working with syndicated data or category management preferred. *Required Skills* * Proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel. * Ability to manage multiple assignments. * Strong selling skills. * Strong analytical skills. (Analytical Replenishment background preferred) * Detail orientated. * Strong communication, administration and organization skills. * Problem solving ability and able to prioritize assignments. * Proven independent business judgment. * Canadian Tire, Lowes, Costco, Walmart Canada (and similar big box retailers’) experience preferred. Multinational consumer durables manufacturing company – Microwaves, Refrigerators, Wine coolers, and other Major and small appliancesIn addition to a competitive package, you will be defining the growth trajectory for the brand

Company: Michael Page

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Location: Toronto, ON

Job date: Thu, 17 Jun 2021 07:41:39 GMT