WPG - Sales Manager (WMS)

Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 12, 2026
Experience: 3–5 years of experience in logistics, moving, transportation, or warehousing sector.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 12, 2026

Original job description

Gardewine is a Manitoba company, with terminals across Canada and a strong history that dates back to the 1950’s. Since being founded in the northern community of Flin Flon we have grown significantly by diversifying within the transportation industry. The most important aspect of our company’s operations is our dedicated people; our people will always be the source of our success and their safety and health will always come first.

We are currently seeking a Sales Manager - Winnipeg Moving & Storage to join our team in Winnipeg, MB.

Job Description

Job Title: Sales Manager - Moving & Storage

Department: Thunder Bay & Winnipeg – Moving & Storage

Reports to: Director – Logistics, Warehousing & Dedicated Services

Sales Manager

The Sales Manager is responsible for driving growth and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction across all Moving & Storage (M&S) operations. This role is accountable for leading the sales team, acquiring new clients, growing existing accounts, and delivering tailored logistics solutions that meet customer needs. The Sales Manager collaborates closely with internal teams, contributes to strategic planning, and ensures profitability in alignment with the company’s financial goals. This position reports directly to the General Manager – Moving & Storage.

Duties And Responsibilities

Drive strategic sales development and market expansion initiatives
Guide, coach, and support the sales team to achieve revenue goals and consistently exceed performance expectations
Conduct qualified prospecting calls and in-person meetings
Complete RFP’s for Moving & Storage clients
Actively solicit new business opportunities
Implement and track rate increases in accordance with market conditions and customer contracts
Prepare customized rate proposals and follow up to close deals
Conduct after-sales service and development calls to ensure satisfaction and long-term retention
Provide accurate and timely rate quotes
Maintain open, ongoing communication with operations to ensure seamless execution of customer expectations
Participate in regular sales and leadership meetings to share insights and updates
Track all sales activities and maintain records
Identify opportunities, threats, and market trends
Grow “white glove” service offering and actively collaborate with Gardewine’s general freight division
Act as the liaison between customers and internal departments to ensure timely solutions
Engage in team-based initiatives and company-wide projects
Support and actively participate in corporate safety programs
Perform other duties as assigned to support regional and departmental objectives

Qualifications

3–5 years of experience in logistics, moving, transportation, or warehousing sector.
Proven ability to build and manage strong customer relationships at a strategic level
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Solid understanding of pricing structures, fleet operations, and freight networks
High level of initiative and sales-driven mindset with strong follow-up skills
Excellent time management and organizational abilities; capable of managing multiple priorities independently
Post-secondary education in Business, Sales, Logistics, or a related field preferred
Willingness to travel throughout the assigned region as needed

At Gardewine, we are committed to continually improving our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and value driven workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experiences do not align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply regardless. You could just be the right candidate for this role or others! Gardewine is an equal opportunity employer and recognized as a Top Fleet Employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected further in the process will be contacted. To view other Gardewine opportunities currently available, please visit our website at www.gardewine.com.

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Responsibilities

Lead sales growth across Moving & Storage operations by acquiring new clients, expanding existing accounts, coaching the sales team, and developing tailored logistics solutions. Maintain customer satisfaction and profitability through pricing, account follow-up, coordination with operations, and collaboration across internal teams.

Requirements

Applicants should have 3–5 years of experience in logistics, moving, transportation, or warehousing, along with a record of building strategic customer relationships. Strong leadership, communication, pricing, organizational, and sales skills are required; post-secondary education in business, sales, logistics, or a related field is preferred, and regional travel is expected as needed.

Skills

Strategic Sales Development
Market Expansion
Sales Team Leadership
Prospecting
RFP Preparation
Business Development
Pricing and Rate Proposals
Negotiation and Deal Closing
Customer Retention
Logistics Solutions
Fleet Operations
Freight Networks
Communication
Time Management
Sales Activity Tracking

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Keywords

Moving and Storage
Logistics
Transportation
Warehousing
Sales Management
Strategic Sales
Market Expansion
Business Development
Customer Relationships
Customer Satisfaction
RFPs
Prospecting
Rate Increases
Pricing Structures
Rate Proposals
Freight Networks
Fleet Operations
White-Glove Service
Revenue Goals
Account Growth
Customer Retention
Operations Coordination
Market Trends
Corporate Safety Programs

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