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Brand Momentum Senior Merchandising Specialist in Ottawa, Ontario
Job Summary:
The role is to service their stores with excellence in their territory along with overseeing a team of field colleagues to mentor and support in achieving client and team KPI's, 20 to 25h per week covering Kingston, Ottawa and Belleville
Responsibilities and Duties:
Deliver on Client(s) strategy
Oversee a field team
Recruiting – conducting interviews, job offers, completing contracts for own team
Training delivery – in-field coaching days (60% of field team completed each month), conduct regular team meetings and effective team/rep communication
Weekly review with Regional Manager
Oversee the day-to-day logistics of the team
Reporting, communication, objective setting, coaching, team/rep motivation and assessments
Build strong working relationships with your Clients, Team and Regional Manager
Become an expert on your client's products, strategy and market place
Simultaneously manage multiple projects through effective time management and agreed to business priorities
Responsible for quality coaching and retention of team.
Bi Weekly ADP approval for Team
Achieve coverage and execution targets KPI's as outlined and agreed to with Client(s)
Coordination, development and conducting of new rep training (30/60/90 day plan) that delivers consistent quality in field execution and reporting
Assist as needed on special programs /tasks
Minimize/eliminate vacancies - manage ongoing to ensure that Client coverage is not impacted.
Reliable key contact for all Reps to address project questions and concern they may experience
Core Competencies:
Hard Skills:
Some Sales experience, including consumer-packaged goods with exposure to major customers
Experience overseeing a team of sales/merchandising colleagues
Must be computer literate including familiarity with Outlook, Word.
Valid driver's license and vehicle
Must demonstrate drive and passion, be a forward thinker, creative and have interest in coaching/supporting others.
Strong customer focus, with the ability to understand key business drivers
Soft Skills:
Solid interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with proven organizations skills.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Thrives in a fast paced and ever changing environment with the ability to multi-task and realign objectives on the move
Proven sales and territory management skills
Approachability
Integrity and Trust
Creativity and Innovation
Results Driven
Key Performance Indicators (KPI's):
98% Coverage
Manage turnover <10%
Deliver on Client KPI's
Completion of work with form during every coaching session with Rep
60% of team trained live each month along with time in field with their Regional Manager for training each month.
About Brand Momentum:
Brand Momentum is a nationally integrated leader in Sales, Marketing, and Retail, with headquarters in Toronto. We foster authentic and enduring human connections across the nation. As a three-time winner of Canada's Top 100 Best Workplaces® and one of Canada's fastest-growing companies, we take pride in our commitment to "Goodness," a core value that permeates everything we do.
Our Commitment:
Enduring Success: We are not just about achieving success; we're about sustaining it. As a market leader in quality and innovation, we foster a fun culture where both employee and client aspirations can be realized.
Delivering on Promises: We are passionate about delivering on our promises to both clients and our people. Our innovative approach ensures we consistently provide exceptional value and flexibility, always striving to exceed expectations.
Core Values: Our commitment to integrity, respect, empowerment, and fun is woven into the fabric of our company. We believe in fostering a responsible and flexible work environment that allows our team members to thrive.
Sustainability: We prioritize sustainable suppliers and work with vendors and clients to offset the environmental impact of our programs, contributing to a greener future.
Diversity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to fostering a culturally diverse workplace. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building a team that celebrates individual backgrounds, experiences, and talents. We believe in the power of diversity to drive stronger, more innovative outcomes.
Our Culture:
Goodness is the essence of everything we do at Brand Momentum. We are pioneers of quality and innovation, transforming employee and client aspirations into reality within a vibrant and fun culture. We deliver on our promises with passion and innovation, providing flexibility and value—ALWAYS! Our core values of integrity, respect, empowerment, commitment, fun, and flexibility guide us on this incredible journey while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
Brand Momentum is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. Please contact our Human Resources department for more information. We thank all those who apply, however, only selected candidates will be contacted.
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