Who are we?

UNFI Canada is the leading distributor of natural, organic, and specialty foods! We're on a mission to transform the world of food for our customers, suppliers, and families we serve every day!

Our team of Outside Sales Representatives are leading the way to drive sales, exceed customer expectations and navigate the Foodscape. Better Food, Better Future!

Read on about our field sales opportunity located on Vancouver Island! If YOU are looking for Part Time work and live in or around Victoria, BC, this opportunity at UNFI may be right for you! Read on!

Position: Outside Sales Representative

Location and Territory: Victoria, B.C. (Vancouver Island)

Job Type: Part Time (Min. 3 days per week)

Classification: Temporary - 3 Month Contract

Language Requirements: English

Expected Compensation: $26.00/hour

Purpose:

To cover designated territory (Victoria, BC) developing potential customers and maintaining existing customers at projected sales levels. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Time and territory management to accomplish daily, weekly and monthly sales goals including defining market demographics, competitor analysis, prospecting new business and existing account knowledge.
• Participate with UNFI Sales team to effectively maintain existing accounts, develop new business and address operational issues.
• Provide accurate and complete sales reports to Sales Manager in a timely manner.
• Submit appropriate and timely account information for all new and existing accounts for input into the UNFI information system.
• Participate in continuing education programs regarding company products, services and industry compliances.
• Document and resolve customer complaints.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Post-Secondary education and/or equivalent related experience and training.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license or equivalent

Required Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Sales and selling techniques
• Understanding of related computer applications (Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

Experience:

• Previous sales experience preferred.
• Previous experience in the organic/natural Consumer Packaged Goods sales considered an asset
• Computer experience required (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Goal oriented self-starter with high energy level and competitive spirit
• Ability to travel extensively throughout assigned area

Why work for UNFI Canada?:

• Flexible schedule as a P/T associate!
• Car allowance provided!
• Quarterly Sales Bonus Program offered!
• Paid vacation and sick days!
• Employee discount program on natural and organic foods!
• Friendly and helpful team!

Our Commitment:

UNFI believes in a diverse and accommodating workplace. UNFI encourages and promotes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, disability or otherwise. UNFI is committed to providing full accommodation for persons with disabilities in all active processes and procedures including but not limited to the recruitment process. To request any accommodation you may require to participate in the recruitment process (including alternative formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please contact the main recruiting contact for the position or Human Resources to discuss your specific needs.