Retail Representative

G-P Distributing is a locally owned and operated food service distributor that has been servicing the Yukon and North Western NWT since 1995. We offer our employees a benefit package that includes Life and Disability insurance, extended health, optical and dental, gym membership discount, weekly grocery allowance and product discounts.

Position

G-P Distributing is hiring a Retail Representative. This position encompasses obtaining and processing orders from customers, to working with manufacturer reps. This position is part of G-P’s retail department. Prepare customer orders and ensure that they are delivered and merchandised. Ordering and maintaining inventories for all accounts.

Class: Permanent, Full-time

Hourly Pay Range : $20 - $24 per hour - Depending on experience

Hours of Work : 40 Hours per Week (shift may include weekend work)

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with other merchandisers, displays and deliveries
• Rotating and stocking shelves
• Invoicing and Credits
• Completing daily tasks on handhelds including End of Day
• Purchasing
• Sales and Product development (growth, new products, and samples, displays)
• Prospecting
• Building relationships with customers
• Taking orders from customers
• Answering calls and emails
• Customer site checks
• Build and update order guides

Qualifications:

• Mandatory Class 5 License with a clean abstract
• Past work experience as a driver is a definite asset.
• Past work experience in sales and customer service is an asset
  
• Ability to work well in a fast paced and physically demanding environment
• Self-motivated
• Ability to effectively work independently and as part of a team
• Capable of maintaining a professional image and enhancing customer relationships
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task
• Able to comfortably lift/ carry a minimum of 50lbs and move 150lbs with the use of a cart
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• First aid, WHMIS and Food Safe would be an asset

Additional Information:

• Vehicle provided by employer.
• Combination of sitting, standing and walking.
• Free parking available

We thank all candidates for their interest however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.