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Key Account Manager

The PUR Company17 days ago
Toronto, Ontario
Senior Level
full_time

About the role

The PUR Company is the fastest-growing gum and mint brand in North America. We’re the #1 selling gum on Amazon and are rapidly expanding our retail presence across the continent. Our growth is driven by products that meet the needs of today’s consumers: aspartame-free, sugar-free, and made with all-natural ingredients without compromising the chewing experience.

We’re a team of entrepreneurial thinkers with a relentless drive to get things done - passionate about what we do and our mission: to bring you a better-for-you alternative to the chewing gum industry

.

If you're driven by impact, energized by ownership, and excited to be part of a company rewriting the rules, we’d love to hear from you! The PUR Company is looking for a Key Account Manag er to join our tea

m.

As Key Account Mana ger, you will be responsible for overseeing and expanding existing client relationships while identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to drive sales growth. You will manage budgets and negotiate agreements to ensure profitable partnerships, while also creating sales tools and promotional materials to support account initiatives. A key part of the role involves building strong, long-term relationships with clients and acting as a trusted strategic advis

**or.

Responsibilit**

ies:· Generate, manage, and nurture existing accounts. Capitalize on account opportunities and ways to grow the acco

unt.· Identify new accounts opportunities, define strategies, monitor and analyze on-going results, and recommend corrective strateg

ies.· Manage trade spend and optimize profitability for new and existing client/distributor agreements, tenders, and contracts. Negotiate with your client portfolio in accordance with the budget and profitability plan to ensure all business deals are profita

ble.· Develop and deliver sales materials, deal sheets, new items creation material, retailer ad submission and other promotional progr

ams.· Build and maintain relationships to influence long-term strategic direction, and act as a trusted advisor to the custo

mer.· Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Marketing, and Accounting teams to ensure seamless execution and timely issue resolut

ion.· Attend trade shows and industry events to support business development efforts and represent PUR with professionalism and enthusi

asm.· Additional duties and responsibilities of this position may be modified or expanded as business needs requ

**ire.

Qualificat**

io ns:· Minimum three (3) years of successful sales and account management experience in Canada Consumer Good’s Market with a proven sales track r e

cord.· Proven experience working with Canada’s major retailers, including but not limited to Loblaw, Metro, Sobeys, Walmart, and Shoppers Drug

Mart.· Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent senior-level sales and management experi

ence.· Strong ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality output, with excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational sk

ills.· Creative thinker with the ability to develop innovative solutions and effectively present them to both clients and internal t

eams.· Demonstrated business acumen, negotiation expertise, leadership qualities, and strong analytical sk

ills.· In-depth knowledge of retail and/or wholesale sales practices, strategies, and industry tr

ends.· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerP

oint.· Exceptional verbal and written communication sk

ills.· Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabili

ties.· Additional duties and responsibilities of this position may be modified or expanded as business needs req

uire.All candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and travel to the

**USA.

Ready to grow with** PUR? This is a chance to build, lead, and win alongside a brand that’s rewriting the rules. If you’re ready to take ownership and grow as PUR grows – let’s

talk!

We thank all candidates who are interested in applying for the position, kindly note, only shortlisted candidates will be con

tacted.

PUR is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility to Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted, please advise should you require accommodation during the hiring

process.

About The PUR Company

Manufacturing

At The PUR Company, we proudly create the #1 selling aspartame-free gum and mints in North America and worldwide. Our mission is to offer simple, delicious alternatives to everyday favorites, enhancing your lifestyle without sacrificing taste or quality. As the demand for healthier options and dietary considerations continues to rise, our products are designed to be enjoyed by everyone. When we say PUR, we truly mean it.

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