Corporate jobs at pet companies

What You’ll Bring

• BS in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field
• 5+ years of sales experience working with large retailers, ideally managing sales in mass retail, consumer electronics, or pet
• Proven ability to build and sustain strong relationships with retail buyers and partners to drive business growth.
• Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets, opening new retail accounts, and finding growth opportunities within key retail channels.
• Expertise in analyzing performance metrics, forecasting, and resolving issues to optimize profitability and performance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to align internal stakeholders and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Experience in managing retail channels and aligning product offerings with market demands and defined strategies.
• Ability to optimize promotional funds and profitability initiatives while managing budgets effectively.
• Proactive and flexible in addressing evolving business needs and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to work across teams, functions, and all levels of the organization to manage the business effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to travel 25- 40%, including monthly retailer visits and potential trade shows
• Located in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information
• Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere in a fast-paced environment with numerous interactions and interruptions
• A high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and ability to motivate others
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with Team Members and colleagues
• Comfortable with office pets (cats, dogs)

Not Required but Nice to Have!

• Experience working with distributors and sales agencies
• Proficiency in French (written and spoken) to support Quebec retail partners and review bilingual packaging and marketing materials

Statement of Inclusivity

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