Are you a self-motivated, career-oriented person who enjoys sales, customer service, and building strong customer relationships?
Old Dutch Foods Ltd. is looking for the right individual to join our family culture and build a long-term career opportunity as an Independent Contractor serving Port Alberni and the surrounding areas, including Ucluelet and Tofino.
Why Old Dutch Foods Ltd.?
We are proud to be a privately held family company with a long-standing tradition of quality, great taste, and exceptional service. While we’re known for our chips, our portfolio also includes terrific snacks and our Humpty Dumpty brand. Our products and commitment to service have helped keep Old Dutch Foods Ltd. in stores and homes across the country.
About the Opportunity
This Independent Contractor opportunity allows you to run your own business while building strong relationships with an established customer base.
You will be responsible for selling, delivering and merchandising our premium products to our established customers throughout Port Alberni and the surrounding rural areas.
You will receive sufficient training to provide you with the knowledge and confidence needed to work independently before taking over the business as an Independent Contractor.
The successful candidate will be required to:
· Reside in Port Alberni, BC and service the surrounding areas, including Ucluelet and Tofino.
· Provide their own delivery vehicle (truck or truck & trailer combination recommended) approved by Old Dutch Foods Ltd.
· Successfully complete an Old Dutch Foods Ltd. credit check.
What We're Looking For
· A people person with excellent communication skills.
· Focused on building strong relationships with established accounts.
· Possesses a strong work ethic and can work with minimal supervision.
· Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
· Experienced in sales, preferably with a consumer-packaged goods or retail organization.
· A holder of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
· Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities, solve problems, and meet deadlines or targets.
· Physically fit to perform the requirements of the position, including bending, twisting, kneeling, etc.
Experience
· Retail/Sales: 3 years
· Merchandising: 3 years
· Delivery driving: 1 year preferred
Position Details
· Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
· Location: Port Alberni, BC
· Service Area: Port Alberni, Ucluelet & Tofino
· Schedule: Monday to Friday and holidays
· Work Location: In person
· Language Requirement: English
Interested in Joining Old Dutch Foods Ltd.?
If you’re ready for an opportunity where you can build customer relationships, grow sales, and operate your own business, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a current driver's abstract to express your interest.
We welcome applications from all interested individuals. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Criminal background, credit, and reference checks will also be completed.
