Protein Product Specialist
Gordon Food Service
Ajax Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
What We Offer:
FULL flex benefits program
Company matching RRSP
Family culture
Advancement opportunities
Profit Sharing
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
125 year, family owned and operated company history
Essential Functions:
Interfaces and collaborates with internal and external customers, brokers, and vendors to achieve sales and margin goals.
Provides consultative selling services on product category with District Sales Representatives(DSRs) and customers as requested to achieve category goals.
Analyzes relevant reports to understand the sales Market or Region key performance indicators and category impact and resources that drive effective decision-making.
Develops action plans to achieve category goals for the assigned Market, Region or Division.
Develops and utilizes training modules to plan and execute sales product training.
Analyzes sales reports, market trends and forecasts to identify segments and account targets. Identifies and presents product and produces trend information to internal and external customers.
Develops relationships with key customers to provide product expertise and product marketing trends.
Participates in food shows, and other related shows and activities, presenting product information in support of strategic plans.
Attends and contributes to meetings and activities as requested in support of identified needs and Market, Region or Division meetings as appropriate.
Provides input into the creation, measurement and execution of the marketing and management of product related expenses and resources.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems.
Knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, presentation, email and internet software applications;
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and recourse, and time management skills.
Strong presentation skills
Must be able to read, interpret and execute plans and instructions.
Must have detailed knowledge of product and market trends and the link to business goals.
Must be able to work collaboratively with a variety of teams and individuals
Must be able to travel to different territories/districts that fall under assigned Distribution Centre 3-4 times a week as required
Must be able to prioritize and schedule and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Observe legal and safety procedures.
Education and Experience:
Post-secondary education in Business, sales or Marketing
Several years’ experience in food services sales as well as experience with Sales and Negotiation principles and procedures
Job Overview
Posted Date: 10 Dec 2025
Location: Ajax Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Company Information
Gordon Food Service
Name: Gordon Food Service
Web: https://gfs.ca