BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNT MANAGER
Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for produce and a hunger to grow with a company that values both performance and people?
We’re partnering with a respected, rapidly expanding company in the fresh produce industry. Known for their premium products, strategic supplier partnerships, and customer-first mindset, this organization is setting a new standard for quality, service, and smart growth.
This isn’t just another sales role. It’s a high-impact opportunity to own key accounts, shape strategic direction, and help scale a business that’s going places. If you have deep experience in retail or foodservice sales and a particular interest in categories like potatoes, onions, or other root vegetables, this could be the next big step in your career.
What You'll Do
- Manage and grow a portfolio of key retail and/or foodservice accounts
- Develop and execute sales strategies that align with pricing, volume, and margin goals
- Strengthen customer relationships through regular communication, responsiveness, and trust
- Partner with internal teams across procurement, logistics, and operations to ensure timely and high-quality order fulfillment
- Prospect and close new business, with a focus on long-term value and alignment with company goals
- Deliver market updates and insights that inform decision-making and sharpen the company’s competitive edge
- Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and key customer meetings
What You'll Bring
- 5+ years of produce sales or account management experience, ideally in root vegetables or related categories
- A track record of building lasting customer relationships and delivering strong results
- Strong communication skills and a solutions-oriented, consultative approach
- Highly organized, detail-driven, and motivated to take ownership
- Ability and willingness to travel across Canada and the U.S. as needed
Why This Company?
- Be part of a values-based culture that emphasizes trust, transparency, and excellence
- Join a growth-oriented team with real momentum and market presence
- Enjoy the autonomy and flexibility to run your accounts like a business within a business
- Work with leadership that welcomes new ideas and recognizes great performance
- Competitive compensation and performance incentives tied to your impact
Location
Open/Remote | Travel within Canada and the U.S. Required
If you're a strategic sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment, this is a place where you can make a real difference.
Apply in confidence through Joe Produce Search—your partner in fresh produce talent.
Our company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law.
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