Get to know Sleeman Breweries

At Sleeman Breweries, our people make us exceptional. We’re a company founded by entrepreneurs, and that spirit is alive and thriving today. If you want to make your mark, this is the place for you – and we want to work with you!

While we’re Canada’s third-largest brewer, we’re also a place where you can get to know everyone’s name and they’ll get to know yours. People here care about what they do and the people they work with.

Our commitment to our people and our values are clear. In 2023, we were named one of Canada’s Best Employers (Forbes Magazine) and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers.

What you’ll get

To attract top-tier talent, we offer top-tier benefits:

• Compensation that’s a step ahead
• RRSP matching program to help you save for retirement
• A commitment to work-life balance and flexible work arrangements when appropriate for the role
• Benefits coverage for partners and kids
• Parental leave top-up for primary and secondary caregivers
• Employee beer credit
• Tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees
• Employee and family assistance program
• Discount program with access to perks from big brands and local favourites

What you’ll do – The opportunity

Position:

District Sales Manager, Northern Alberta

Location:

Alberta

Level:

Manager

Hiring Range:

85,300 to 106,600

Description:

Within the assigned sales district (Edmonton/Northern Alberta), represent our company and grow Sleeman Breweries’ portfolio presence in the trade. Lead the execution of all sales related activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve district volume and gross margin targets.
• Provide direction and leadership to district field sales team and lead performance management (coaching, succession planning, development) for approximately 7 reports.
• Provide input to develop and lead execution of strategic plans for district; recommend plan changes to ensure the region remains on track to achieve targets
• Establish strong working relationships with territory customers to maximize sales opportunities and customer satisfaction; may be involved with key accounts, depending on the region
• Manage district sales expenses within established budget and implement MUDA reductions
• Work collaboratively with regional Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, and HR leadership to ensure the district remains on track to deliver execution objectives
• Remain updated on industry trends, market conditions and competitor activities to adapt sales strategies and tactics
• Report on district performance results and identify continuous improvement opportunities
• Ensure all work performed by team is in compliance with applicable legislation
• Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of sales experience in a consumer-packaged goods environment, including at least 2 years of leadership experience in a sales environment
• Post-secondary education in a related field
• Strong track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Experience developing and executing annual sales plans
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships, internal and external to the organization
• Effective communication, both written and verbal; strong presentation skills
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools: Power BI, CRM 365, Excel, Power Point, TEAMS.
• Beverage alcohol industry experience is an asset
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to demonstrate behaviours compatible with organizational values

Working Conditions

• Travel required; spends approximately 3 days per week in the field coaching staff

Think you have what we need, but your credentials don’t perfectly line up? You should apply! We know that folks in some equity-deserving groups miss opportunities if they think their qualifications don’t fit. We would love to chat about your skills and experience and see how we might work together.

What matters here

We like you just the way you are. We believe in creating safe and inclusive spaces for everyone and our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee helps us live up to that commitment.

You’re welcome here no matter your sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion/creed, language, national or ethnic background, Indigenous identity, race, colour, neurodivergence, or disability status. We’re an equal-pay employer and believe in opportunity for everyone.

Need an accommodation during the application process? Let us know!

What we make

Our consumers know we create some of the best beers in Canada from our breweries across the country: Sleeman, Okanagan Spring, Unibroue, and Wild Rose. And we’re growing into new and innovative spaces with our ready-to-drink SoCIAL LITE line.

Get an inside look at what it’s like working at Sleeman Breweries by following @lifeatsleeman on Instagram. We think you’ll like working here!

We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected to proceed will be contacted.