Pay: CA$75,000.00–CA$85,000.00 per year
Important – Please Read Before Applying
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
· Currently reside in Victoria, BC or the Greater Victoria area.
· Have a minimum of 5 years of successful sales, business development, or account management experience.
· Be legally authorized to work in Canada.
· Be available to work full-time from our Victoria office.
Please note: This position is not remote, and applications from candidates who do not currently live in the Victoria, BC area will not be considered.
Job Description
Do you have experience negotiating and closing deals? Building long-term business relationships? Are you a driven, results-oriented professional with a passion for business development and customer service? If so, we want you to join our team at Tradex Foods!
We are seeking multiple driven, positive, and focused Commodities and Food Service Sales Representatives to join our growing sales team.
In this role, you will be focused on servicing current clients while growing your own portfolio, working with a variety of high-quality global seafood commodities. Your expertise in sales and relationship building will help us promote and move our premium products across North America and around the world.
Whether you already have experience in the seafood industry or are eager to learn, we are looking for individuals with strong sales ability who are motivated to build a long-term career with Tradex Foods.
Key Responsibilities
· Sell and promote global seafood commodities/foodservice products, including both wild-caught and farmed finfish and groundfish.
· Manage and negotiate sales contracts, taking care with each deal for accuracy while ensuring satisfied customers.
· Build, maintain, and expand relationships with existing and new customers, ensuring a strong pipeline of sales opportunities.
· Provide accurate and informed information to ensure customer requirements are being met while delivering exceptional customer service.
· Develop new business through prospecting, networking, referrals, and cold calling.
· Immerse yourself in the seafood industry by learning fishing seasons, quotas, global demand, pricing trends, and market conditions.
Requirements
· Minimum 5 years of successful professional sales experience.
· Must currently live in Victoria, BC or the Greater Victoria area.
· Fluent in written and spoken English (additional languages are an asset).
· Proven experience negotiating contracts, closing deals, and building long-term customer relationships.
· Strong ability to cold call, network, and develop new business opportunities.
· A willingness to learn the seafood industry and global seafood markets.
· Knowledge of the fishing or seafood industry is considered a strong asset but is not required.
· Experience with commodities and foodservice sales is preferred but not required.
· Ability to work full-time at our Victoria office.
Additional Skills
· Proficiency in Outlook, Gmail, Excel, and other common computer programs.
· Quick learner with good math skills and an understanding of pricing and commodities.
· Effective communication skills and the ability to engage with clients at all levels.
· Strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities.
· Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
· Highly punctual, reliable, and a team player.
· Multilingual is a plus.
Tradex Foods is a leader in sourcing, processing, distributing, and marketing premium quality frozen seafood worldwide. We proudly supply over 40 million lbs per year to foodservice companies, supermarkets, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers, producing three exceptional house brands under the Sinbad name—Sinbad, Sinbad Gold, and Sinbad Platinum. We are an MSC Certified Supplier and an Ocean Wise Recommended Partner, achieving a 100% Sustainability Rating since 2020.
By joining Tradex Foods, you’ll become part of a professional team that values initiative, rewards performance, and provides the opportunity to build a long-term career in international seafood sales.
What We Offer
· Competitive salary of $75,000–$85,000 per year
· Performance bonus
· Dental care
· Extended health care
· Vision care
· Paid time off
· On-site parking
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person – Victoria, BC
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- How do you handle price negotiations in a volatile market?
- How do you identify and qualify potential buyers in new markets?
- What do you consider the key to sales success?
Experience:
- foodservice sales: 5 years (required)
Location:
- Victoria, BC V8X 4A3 (required)
Work Location: In person
