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Join to apply for the Manager Retail Team Sales role at Acosta Group Canada. The KitchenAid Manager Retail Team Sales will play a pivotal role in enhancing and supporting the KitchenAid Small Appliance Business. This position involves direct engagement with Trade Partners to create an exceptional consumer experience in stores through the implementation of world-class merchandising services, product demonstrations, and the collection of market insights and feedback to identify new business opportunities. Key responsibilities include establishing and growing a dynamic team focused on collaborating with Trade Partners to deliver an outstanding consumer experience. The role also involves selling KitchenAid products, negotiating with Trade Partners, and managing orders to ensure product availability and visibility in stores. This position reports to the KitchenAid Small Appliances National Account Manager and the Acosta Manager. Based in Mississauga, ON, and responsible for the GTA and Peel Region territory, the Manager Retail Team Sales will supervise a team of Retail Representatives. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in sales, retail, marketing, and account management within the consumer goods sector, preferably in the kitchen small appliances industry. Responsibilities: Execute coverage plan within assigned territory Engage with trade partners including: RSAs (Retail Sales Associates), management, decision makers and key stakeholders Conduct live product demonstrations and support trade shows Manage promotions and orders Identify new business opportunities Support trade partner program management Pitch new SKUs and bundles Hire, onboard, and train new team members Create and maintain standard operating procedures Manage team performance, including infield training/coaching Create and optimize the coverage route for retail team Work with Whirlpool Canada Account Manager(s) to manage and communicate monthly call priorities to reps Setup call reports, monitor, and audit results Provide field insights to KitchenAid stakeholders Coordinate team travel (when required) Attend in-office meetings (at Whirlpool Canada Head Office in Mississauga, ON) on a weekly basis Regular travel within Canada to provide coaching/support to Retail Representative Team members Qualifications: University degree, in related field 2-4 years in Sales, preferably Consumer Goods (Marketing & Account Management is a plus) Minimum of 1 year of Team management Experience with Google Suite and Excel Proven ability to work autonomously and be accountable for outcomes Strong problem-solving skills with a bias for action Excellent collaboration and communication skills Well-organized with attention to detail Ability to multitask effectively Flexibility to work evening and weekends as required to support events You must possess a valid drivers license and have access to a vehicle for regular travel within assigned territory (mileage will be reimbursed) Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Administrative, Management, and Customer Service Industries Advertising Services, Marketing Services, and Retail #J-18808-Ljbffr