Key Account Manager

Primary responsibility is to gain 100% market share within your categories, channels and markets and to implement strategic approaches to deliver monthly, quarterly and yearly sales goals.

This is a hybrid role working 3 days a week out of our Mississauga, ON office and the remaining 2 remotely and/or on the road.

• Effectively develop programs and sales strategies for National Accounts and Regional Retailers as assigned with the purpose to convert, promote and consolidate key categories to Freud / Diablo.
• Strategically manage ongoing relationships with customers via account planning and sales forecasting processes
• Support existing National Accounts through direct sales to larger locations and development of others through direct interaction with inside and outside sales staff
• Provide all customers with product knowledge support, demonstrations and quality business recommendations
• Participation in all National initiatives and strategies
• Collect and communicate information about field activities such as competitive applications, product trends and strategic pricing to the General Manager as required.
• Assist sales team by attending trade shows, grand openings, dealer events and conduct product demonstrations.
• Assist with store planning marketing promotions, merchandising, and planogram integrity
• College/University degree required
• 6+ years of relevant experience managing key accounts and/or regional partners in a pressurized environment
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, etc).
• Highly effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines Candidate is organized and systematic with managing their workload
• Power tool/Power tool Accessory knowledge/experience an asset

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. Freud Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.