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Company pension
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About the role

If you have the desire and commitment to be part of the fastest growing Retail & Food Service Distributor in Newfoundland Labrador this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for.

The successful applicant must be detailed oriented, focused, driven, and able to work in a team environment or independently, self-motivated and have a genuine desire to get the job done in a confidential, efficient, and accurate manner.

Job Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate exceptional sales and partnering skills, with the ability to identify customers’ business needs and apply knowledge of Atlantic Grocery Distributors products and services to assist customers in meeting their needs and achieving their goals
  • Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to determine and negotiate contracts that will mutually benefit both your customers and AGD
  • Become 100% proficient in all aspects of Power Net, including data entry, and modifying orders
  • Provide quotes on various products
  • Review customer orders by product category to identify opportunities for add-ons and increased customer sales penetration
  • Excellent time management & computer skills, with the ability to organize yourself so that you will grasp the total territory to its fullest
  • Must excel in a team environment, creating positive working relationships with both internal and external customers
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal in a manner that is sensitive to the receiver’s needs and is easy to understand
  • Proven track record of building and maintaining strong customer relationships
  • Main areas of assigned territory include Stephenville, Corner Brook, Pasadena, Deer Lake with seasonal travel to Northern Peninsula (outside of Winter months).
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance will be provided

Qualifications

  • Experience with and demonstrated proficiency with MS Office applications (such as MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, etc.)
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Ability to quickly learn new systems
  • Ability to work well with deadlines
  • Previous experience in the Retail or Food Service Industry would be a definite asset
  • Must hold a valid driver's license
  • Clear Criminal Record Check
  • Overnight travel will be required on times
  • Ability to resolve client concerns
  • Ability to develop and deliver business presentations to gain new customers

We thank all applicants, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-18

About Atlantic Grocery Distributors Ltd.

Wholesale
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Atlantic Grocery Distributors Ltd. (AGD) is a locally owned and operated Wholesale and Foodservice Distribution Company owned by President and CEO, Dave Powell. Our head office is located in Bay Roberts with a second location, Fowlow’s Atlantic Wholesale Ltd., in Port aux Basques. AGD is the largest Wholesale Distributor to Independent Grocers in Newfoundland and Labrador and serve over 2,000 foodservice and retail operations.

Our impressive distribution centre consists of grocery, foodservice, produce, fresh and frozen meats, general merchandise, hardware supplies, patent medicines, packaging, cleaning supplies and so much more. To learn more about our products, please view our Product Categories on our website. We also offer our Signature Brands; Atlantic Best Meats, Golden Crust Bakery and Atlantic Restaurant Supplies.

AGD is the supplier of choice for over 200 franchise stores operating under retail banners of Foodex, Food Stop, and Value Grocer. We also supply and operate two corporately owned full-service supermarkets, Powell’s Supermarket and an in-store restaurant, Nan’s Kitchen.

You can rely on AGD for streamline distribution, friendly service, dedicated people, reliable shipments, the very best products, competitive pricing and next day delivery to most areas. Focusing on customer service, reliability, and quality, has enabled us to be the successful wholesaler we are, indicating the trust and commitment from our valued customers.