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COMPANY PROFILE
Our client is a prominent leader in food supply management and export logistics, with operations extending for over two centuries across suppliers and customers in over 70 countries. Known for their innovative approach and commitment to providing tailored solutions and maintaining integrity in international trade, they are looking for an International Food Trader with a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues, and communities, a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability, and delivering results.
JOB SUMMARY
This role is focused on managing and growing an assigned geographical area while maintaining and developing a portfolio of clients. The objective is to build long-term, professional, and profitable relationships with both existing and new business partners.
Geography and Managed categories will depend on each candidate’s experience.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and execute growth strategies, budgets, and client acquisition targets.
- Plan and manage key meetings with clients and suppliers.
- Introduce new high-potential products to the market.
- Maintain client relationships and ensure efficient, accurate operations and documentation.
- Oversee profitable transactions and support special projects.
- Use internal tools effectively and report insights to management.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or a related field.
- International sales experience in the food industry.
- Strong understanding of documentation, logistics, and legal frameworks related to import/export operations, particularly in the food industry.
- Proven success in setting and achieving budgets and objectives.
- Established network of industry contacts, including suppliers and clients.
- Excellent communication in English - additional language knowledge is an asset.
- Familiarity with trading operations and Assistant-level related roles.
- Demonstrates integrity, maturity, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent multitasking, negotiation, and analytical skills.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Base salary; 90-115K depending on experience level
- Commissions/Bonus; 25-40K/year
If you're ready to elevate the Trader role to another level, please send your resume in confidence to Patrick Parent at pparent@groupelock.com ; please include “International Food Trader ” as the Subject of your email.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.
Only candidates with professional experience related to consumer goods or the food industry will be contacted after the holiday break, starting January 6.
Happy Holidays to all!