Vice President Sales and Marketing - Pet Foods - Remote

Overview

As the Vice President of Sales and Marketing, you will be responsible for leading a small in-house team and managing sales representatives across Canada. Your primary focus will be driving the sales of dry kibble for cats and dogs, primarily through distributors, with an emphasis on private label growth and international expansion.

In Short

• Lead a small in-house team and manage sales representatives across Canada.
• Drive sales of dry kibble for cats and dogs through distributors.
• Focus on private label growth and international expansion.
• Manage existing distributor relationships and expand the distributor network.
• Develop new client partnerships and oversee sales strategies.
• Base salary of $150,000 - $180,000 plus bonuses.
• Hybrid work schedule - 2-4 days/week from the office in Elmira, Ontario.
• Full-time position with a Monday to Friday schedule.
• Join a company with a commitment to quality and innovation in pet food.
• Opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Sales Management, ideally within the Consumer Goods industry.
• At least 10 years of sales experience in the CPG sector, preferably in the pet food industry.
• Experience in transitioning from traditional sales to e-commerce is advantageous.
• Background in branding and building brands preferred.
• A University or College Degree in Business or a related field is required.
• Expertise in Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Word.

Benefits

• Base salary of $150,000 - $180,000 plus bonuses.
• OTE in the first year is $200,000.
• Health benefits included.
• Business-related travel expenses covered.
• Car allowance provided.
• Laptop and cell phone provided for work.
• Support and training through job shadowing and mentoring.
• Opportunity to work in a positive corporate culture that promotes teamwork.
• Engagement in a fast-growing company in the pet food industry.
• Personal and professional growth opportunities.