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Sales Manager (Retail)

  • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Macdonald Search Group is partnering with a B.C. food manufacturer, distributor & protein supplier serving B.C.’s retail industry, and we’re looking for a dynamic Sales Manager to lead the next phase of growth.

The ideal candidate is an experienced CPG sales leader with a strong understanding of consumer products and understands the complexities of bringing products to market through multiple retail channels. You are skilled in both strategy and execution, you communicate well, you are passionate about mentoring sales teams and you leverage data to inform business decisions and strategy.

In the role, you will lead the retail sales team, and establish clear priorities and standards of execution. You will own and execute the retail sales strategy across butcher shops, regional and national accounts. You will also translate company objectives into annual sales plans and will lead or support relationships with key customers.

More About The Role

You analyze opportunities beyond revenue, recommending the right commercial, operational, and strategic path forward. You will represent the company with credibility across independent retailers, national accounts, distributors, brokers, and internal leadership. You communicate clearly, drive accountability, identify risks early, and secure alignment before customer commitments.

What You’ll Bring

✅ 4–6+ years of progressive experience in Food / CPG / Meat

✅ 3+ years of formal people leadership experience

✅ Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

✅ Passion for coaching, mentoring & developing sales teams

✅ Data-driven approach to decision-making and commercial strategy

⭐ Protein experience is a major bonus!

What’s In It For You?

$120K–$160K base + bonus tied to gross margin growth

$1,000/month car allowance

Full medical & dental benefits

HCSA

RRSP matching

3 weeks vacation

Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of an established B.C. food business

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who wants to influence strategy, build a strong sales culture, and make a measurable difference.

If the role sounds like it could be a fit, apply today.
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Responsibilities

Lead the retail sales team to establish clear priorities and standards of execution across various retail channels. Develop and execute retail sales strategies while managing relationships with key customers and distributors.

Requirements

Requires 4-6+ years of progressive experience in Food, CPG, or Meat industries and at least 3 years of formal people leadership experience. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and a data-driven approach to commercial strategy.

Skills

  • Sales management
  • CPG sales
  • Retail strategy
  • Team leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Relationship building
  • Communication
  • Strategic planning
  • Account management
  • Protein industry knowledge
  • Commercial strategy
  • Execution
  • Business development

Benefits

  • Bonus
  • Car allowance
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Health care spending account
  • RRSP matching
  • Vacation

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Categories

  • Sales
  • Management & Leadership
  • Food & Beverage
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing

Keywords

  • Sales Manager
  • CPG
  • Retail
  • Food Manufacturer
  • Protein Supplier
  • Sales Strategy
  • National Accounts
  • Butcher Shops
  • Distribution
  • Commercial Strategy
  • Leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Data Analysis
  • Account Management
  • Business Growth

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