True North Seafood is Cooke's consumer brand with a premium positioning in North America, both in retail and foodservice. True North Seafood is the go-to brand for trusted seafood – our main priority is to bring our consumers closer to the source. 

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community. 

The Role

We are in search of a Sales Manager. The position oversees the development of sales and customer management.  This position works closely with a variety of stakeholders including sales, processing plants, warehousing facilities, accounting, IT, logistics and other various support staff. 

This is a remote position. We are looking for individuals that reside in the city or region central to the crab industry.

Responsibilities:

Analyze system data and troubleshoot day-to-day customer sales, orders and pricingSupport our sales director with new and existing customer opportunitiesDetermine and communicate new selling options to customersAnalyze critical processes and lead continuous improvement initiativesLiaise with customers and our internal production planningOrder management while assisting logistics to ensure that product arrives to customers

Skills and experience required: 

7+ years of experience working in a seafood company with specific focus and exposure to the crab industryBachelor’s degree in Business or MarketingExperience selling crab and other crustaceansExperience calling on/selling to larger regional chain customers retail, food service or distributors

You’ll be a great fit for this role if you possess:

Problem solving skills with a high level of detailA drive to learn and master new technologies and techniquesCollaborative workstyleStrength in analyzing data and process flowsA focus on continuous improvement and producing an exceptional experience for customers/end users Great communication skills both internal and externalHigh energy with drive to succeed

 

Salary commensurate with experience which includes a competitive health and dental benefit package.   

The Opportunity 

The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential. We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.   

The Why 

Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future. 

NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.