About this role
Location: Nanaimo, Courtenay, Comox.
Contract: 8 weeks, Start Date: Feb 9th - End Date: April 3rd
We are looking for an enthusiastic and keen individual to fill the role of part-time Merchandiser (8 hours/3 days per week) for the territory of North Vancouver Island, covering Nanaimo, Courtenay, Comox
Lindt & Sprüngli (Canada), Inc, is recognized as a leader in the market for premium quality chocolate, offering a large selection of products in more than 100 countries around the world. During more than 170 years of Lindt & Sprungli’s existence, it has become known as one of the most innovative and creative companies making premium chocolate, with six production sites in Europe, two in the USA, and distribution and sales companies on four continents.
Key Responsibilities:
As a member of our Team, the successful candidate will be supporting the Sales team, and merchandising ongoing sales plans in addition to the flawless execution of Key Account Initiatives (KAI), including marketing and sales promotions at the store level. The candidate will be calling on Drug, Grocery, Mass, and Department retail outlets.
Qualifications:
- Sales and merchandising experience in the Consumer Package Goods (CPG) industry preferred
- Experience with Companion Rep preferred
- Proficient in Word and Excel
- A self-starter with an ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written
- Prefer the opportunity to work in a contract, part-time position
- Reside in the proximity of the designated territory
- A valid driver's license, exclusive access to a vehicle, and the ability to lift 50 pounds
- Access to a personal smartphone/ tablet to complete appropriate reporting
- Capable of repetitive activities such as sitting, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, twisting, walking, squatting, and lifting continuously
Requirements:
- Access to a vehicle- MANDATORY
- Having knowledge in CPG is an asset
- Great communication and selling skills
This position offers a competitive wage and mileage allowance.
Lindt is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. Please contact our Human Resources department for more information. We thank all those who apply, however, only selected candidates will be contacted.
Other facts
About Brand Momentum
Brand Momentum is Canada’s largest independent Sales, Marketing, and Retail agency.
We focus on authentically connecting brands to people by creating and executing remarkable programs. Not only do we deliver value for our clients, we also take care of our employees, partners, and community.
Our team of over 2000 employees manages and executes programs in the retail, health and beauty, food and grocery, medical, building supply and financial services markets across Canada.
At Brand Momentum we are rooted in Goodness and hold ourselves accountable for our actions. We are proud to be a three time winner of Canada’s top 100 Best Workplace® and to be named one of Canada fastest growing companies and ranked 18 in PROFIT Magazine’s 14th annual PROFIT HOT 50®.
Let's make something REMARKABLE, together.
What you'll do
- The successful candidate will support the Sales team and execute ongoing sales plans, including marketing and sales promotions at the store level. They will be responsible for calling on various retail outlets in the designated territory.
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