Key Account Manager (Western Canada customers)
Top Benefits
About the role
Be part of the PG journey, which has been thriving for more than 30 years!
Plaisirs Gastronomiques is a Quebec-based company specializing in the production of prepared meals and ready-to-eat food products. With more than 500 employees, the company stands out for its strong family values. Passion, pride, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do and help bring the PG culture to life.
Reporting directly to the President of Plaisirs Gastronomiques, the Key Account Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and retaining the company’s strategic customers. The incumbent acts as a trusted business partner to ensure customer satisfaction, drive sales growth, and maintain long-term business relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts, primarily English-speaking customers (mostly with Western Canada customers);
Deliver a high level of customer service and maintain long-lasting business relationships;
Identify growth opportunities with existing customers by presenting new products and developing new business opportunities;
Plan and participate in strategic meetings and commercial negotiations;
Coordinate customer requirements with various internal departments;
Conduct regular follow-ups on customer performance, forecasts, and evolving needs;
Negotiate, manage, and optimize promotional programs and initiatives in accordance with budgets and the annual calendar;
Proactively resolve customer issues and ensure timely follow-up on all matters;
Prepare various sales reports and analyses.
Are You Interested? Here's the Profile We Are Looking For
Degree in Business Administration, Sales, or a related field;
Relevant experience in key account management, with mandatory experience in the food industry;
Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a consumer packaged goods (CPG) environment. Experience managing retail chains or major accounts is considered a strong asset;
Bilingualism (French and English) is essential in order to communicate with English-speaking customers;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with strong presentation abilities;
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously;
Customer- and results-oriented approach;
Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills;
Knowledge of SAP is considered a strong asset;
Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite;
Availability for occasional travel.
What We Offer
A stimulating and collaborative work environment;
Diverse and strategic projects;
Flexible group insurance plans tailored to your needs;
Vacation and compensation to be discussed;
Flexible schedule and hybrid work model.
#BoisPG
About Plaisirs Gastronomiques
Plaisirs Gastronomiques est une entreprise familiale fondée en 1993. Encore aujourd’hui, elle est toujours dirigée par les trois frères Beauvais : Christophe, Olivier et Jean-Philippe. Grâce à leur travail acharné, leur créativité ainsi que leurs valeurs familiales bien ancrées, l’entreprise a connu une croissance considérable depuis ses débuts.
Si Plaisirs Gastronomiques est menée par des propriétaires dévoués, elle est aussi secondée par une équipe créative et fidèle qui dirige toute sa passion vers l’innovation. L’entreprise propose actuellement une vaste gamme de produits de qualité sous cinq différentes marques, et continue d’élargir son éventail de créations culinaires. Les chefs de PG s’engagent avant tout à offrir de délicieux plats prêts-à-manger, créés à partir de recettes authentiques et préparés avec les meilleurs ingrédients, comme à la maison. Nos plats préparés sont idéaux parfaits en toutes occasions, qu’il s’agisse d’une soirée festive entre amis ou en famille les soirs de semaine.
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Key Account Manager (Western Canada customers)
Top Benefits
About the role
Be part of the PG journey, which has been thriving for more than 30 years!
Plaisirs Gastronomiques is a Quebec-based company specializing in the production of prepared meals and ready-to-eat food products. With more than 500 employees, the company stands out for its strong family values. Passion, pride, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do and help bring the PG culture to life.
Reporting directly to the President of Plaisirs Gastronomiques, the Key Account Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and retaining the company’s strategic customers. The incumbent acts as a trusted business partner to ensure customer satisfaction, drive sales growth, and maintain long-term business relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts, primarily English-speaking customers (mostly with Western Canada customers);
Deliver a high level of customer service and maintain long-lasting business relationships;
Identify growth opportunities with existing customers by presenting new products and developing new business opportunities;
Plan and participate in strategic meetings and commercial negotiations;
Coordinate customer requirements with various internal departments;
Conduct regular follow-ups on customer performance, forecasts, and evolving needs;
Negotiate, manage, and optimize promotional programs and initiatives in accordance with budgets and the annual calendar;
Proactively resolve customer issues and ensure timely follow-up on all matters;
Prepare various sales reports and analyses.
Are You Interested? Here's the Profile We Are Looking For
Degree in Business Administration, Sales, or a related field;
Relevant experience in key account management, with mandatory experience in the food industry;
Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a consumer packaged goods (CPG) environment. Experience managing retail chains or major accounts is considered a strong asset;
Bilingualism (French and English) is essential in order to communicate with English-speaking customers;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with strong presentation abilities;
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously;
Customer- and results-oriented approach;
Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills;
Knowledge of SAP is considered a strong asset;
Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite;
Availability for occasional travel.
What We Offer
A stimulating and collaborative work environment;
Diverse and strategic projects;
Flexible group insurance plans tailored to your needs;
Vacation and compensation to be discussed;
Flexible schedule and hybrid work model.
#BoisPG
About Plaisirs Gastronomiques
Plaisirs Gastronomiques est une entreprise familiale fondée en 1993. Encore aujourd’hui, elle est toujours dirigée par les trois frères Beauvais : Christophe, Olivier et Jean-Philippe. Grâce à leur travail acharné, leur créativité ainsi que leurs valeurs familiales bien ancrées, l’entreprise a connu une croissance considérable depuis ses débuts.
Si Plaisirs Gastronomiques est menée par des propriétaires dévoués, elle est aussi secondée par une équipe créative et fidèle qui dirige toute sa passion vers l’innovation. L’entreprise propose actuellement une vaste gamme de produits de qualité sous cinq différentes marques, et continue d’élargir son éventail de créations culinaires. Les chefs de PG s’engagent avant tout à offrir de délicieux plats prêts-à-manger, créés à partir de recettes authentiques et préparés avec les meilleurs ingrédients, comme à la maison. Nos plats préparés sont idéaux parfaits en toutes occasions, qu’il s’agisse d’une soirée festive entre amis ou en famille les soirs de semaine.