Field Sales Coordinator
Field Sales Coordinator
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Employment Type: Regular
Location: BRAMPTON,ON
As part of the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1,000 products across 18 brands Canadians know and trust, like Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery®, Takis®, Thomas'®, Little Bites™, Vachon®, Hostess® and more.
In business for more than 110 years, the company operates 16 bakeries and employs approximately 4,000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada pursues our goal of creating value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains, retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada.
POSITION SUMMARY:
At Bimbo Canada our "Network" is a diverse network of 1000 franchisees and distributors from coast to coast who bring to life our Direct Service Delivery (DSD) go-to-market model by selling and distributing our incredible range of products to customers large and small. As a key member of the National Network Development team, the Field Sales Coordinator is responsible for the maintenance and execution of all legal (contract) documentation; development of process support systems, compliance monitoring, and general administrative support of team initiatives including legal and financial risk mitigation. This role and our team provide support to our Field Sales team nationally including our Franchise & Distributor networks. We are a team that prides ourselves on being agile, high performing, detail oriented, competitive & customer driven with the end goal of contributing to the overall profitable growth of Bimbo Canada. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. #LI-Hybrid #LI-RM1
KEY RESPONSBILITIES:
- Process management - Facilitate and maintain key processes such as new franchisee/distributor agreement execution and contract renewal, including preparation of documents, collection of documents and correspondence with key stakeholders.
- Team support - Coordinate and support the Training & Recruiting Manager with the franchisee recruitment process including setting up interviews across Canada. Perform all other assigned duties as required.
- Network relationships & communication - Manage and track incoming documents related to new franchisee & distributor onboarding and serve as a key point of contact for the independent operator during this stage. Communication to franchisees & distributors regarding key documentation deadlines and requirements.
POSITION OUTCOMES:
- Relationships - Successfully foster strong working relationships with the Bimbo Canada Field Sales Teams, franchisees, distributors, Route Accounting, and other team members to manage and organize the administration of processes related to the franchise & distributor management system.
- Process management - Successfully execute & monitor risk mitigation processes and tasks for the franchise & distributor network and respond with a high sense of urgency, sensitivity, and confidentiality.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- 3-5 years of working experience in franchise, legal, insurance, real estate financial industry or customer service experience an asset or another legislated industry with emphasis on contract management and/or detail-oriented process management.
- Post-secondary education and/or post-graduate education in a business-related field such as law clerk/legal research is preferred.
IDEAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Bilingual French and English
- The ideal candidate will be able to identify and solve problems with the help of internal partners and critical-thinking skills
- Excellent communication, verbal, written, active listening and presentation skills
- High attention to detail and strong time management skills
- High sense of urgency, excellent organizational skills, able to plan and follow through on key priorities
- Flexible and Adaptable: Open to new ideas and approaches, can adjust to priorities as conditions change
- Integrity: high personal and business ethics
- Self-motivator and able to work independently
- High proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access & Outlook)
- Previous experience with Oracle and a web-based reporting environment is an asset
- Contract documentation and/or franchise industry experience an asset
- Strong project management and organizational skills with experience working in high pressure environments with multiple priorities and tight deadlines
- Knowledge of Microsoft Sharepoint is an asset
Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada are conditional on the successful completion of appropriate background checks (including but not limited to criminal history, reference, credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.
Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse workplace that promotes diversity, equity and belonging in the workplace, and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process, or would like more details about accessibility, should contact Bimbo Canada Accessibility at CB_Accessibility@grupobimbo.com.