Account Manager - Lumber (Sales & Marketing)
at Green First Forest Products
Remote, British Columbia, Canada -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 19 Nov, 2024 | Not Specified | 22 Aug, 2024 | N/A | Finance,Manufacturing Processes,Microsoft Office,Excel,Powerpoint,Customer Service,English,P&L Analysis,It | No | No |
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Description:
The activity of GreenFirst Forest Products is rooted in the forest! For us, well-managed forests really make sense for our business, our communities, and the environment. We have a deep connection to Canada’s forest lands and sustainability. If this commitment to the environment and Canada’s forests resonates with you, come join our team.
REQUIREMENTS
- Degree from an accredited college and/or University with a preference on a business degree.
- At least 3 to 5 years of experience in sales, business development, account management and/or customer service – Required.
- Experience in an industrial manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, customer service, logistics, sales and marketing procedures, finance and accounting principles as it pertains to KPI’s and P&L analysis and order flow management is essential.
- Knowledge of international culture and business practices
- Bilingual: Proficiency in both French and English an asset (preferred not required)
- Proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Office, Excel, & PowerPoint. – Required.
- Occasional travel within North America – Required.
- Valid Passport – Required.
- Valid Driver’s License – Required.
Please send your resume and cover letter to: careers@greenfirst.ca
Responsibilities:
- Ensure optimal use of resources and application of corporate financial controls, while working to optimize the overall profitability of the Organization.
- Assist in fostering positive Health and Safety culture.
- Deliver required sales volumes and manage sales plans with the Lumber Division.
- Negotiate pricing in line with agreed price authorization.
- Negotiate and maintain annual contracts with key customers that maximize contribution margins.
- Engage in regular communication with current and potential customers through email, phone calls, and in-person visits.
- Develop and maintain the customer base and establish high-level relationships with their accounts, in accordance with group guidelines.
- Oversee customer service by coordinating with logistics and supply teams to ensure customers’ demands are being successfully met.
- Resolve complaints in a timely manner to minimize costs.
- Assist in the planning and preparation of marketing and promotional material.
- Identify competitive advantages and leverage those to increase margins.
- Assist in establishing credit and managing accounts receivables.
- Assist in improvement of customer service and other internal procedures.
- Assist in the forecasting of short-term and medium-term sales opportunities.
- Manage inventory levels through contract opportunities and spot sales to ensure inventory targets are achieved.
- Collect information related to regional issues and trends to allow the division to take appropriate action to ensure short and long-term positioning within the region and accounts.
- Support the development of quarterly forecasts, annual Marketing and Sales budgets and 5-year plans.
- Identify customer needs and translate them into value-added propositions, which increase sales
- Prepare and distribute sales administrative reports in a timely manner to ensure robust cross-departmental communication.
- Operate within sales expense guidelines.
- Advise and/or recommend changes or opportunities, outside of your direct area of accountability that will contribute to optimizing the short and long-term growth objectives of the division.
- Build positive and productive relations within the departments and with all customers, both current and prospective. Fosters collaboration and trust across department lines.
- Adapt quickly to constantly changing circumstances in a highly dynamic role.
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Marketing/Advertising/Sales
Sales / BD
Sales
Graduate
Business
Proficient
1
Remote, Canada