Sales General Manager - Wholesale Trade

First Nations$137K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree required
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in sales management
  • Proficient in MS Excel, MS Office, and MS Outlook
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and a collaborative team player

Responsibilities

  • Design and execute sales plans to meet revenue goals
  • Establish and monitor sales KPIs and performance
  • Analyze optical equipment market for new business opportunities
  • Oversee pricing strategies and account profitability
  • Lead development of sales reports and forecasts for senior leadership
  • Cultivate strategic relationships with wholesale clients and distributors
  • Represent the company at industry events and negotiate contracts

Benefits

  • Permanent, full-time employment
  • Flexible schedule with day, morning, and evening shifts
  • Opportunity to work directly with senior leadership
  • Engagement in high-level negotiations and partnerships
  • Chance to shape and influence company strategy and operations
Full Job Description
Job Details
Location: 951 Denison St., Suite 1-3, Markham, ON L3R 3W9
Employment: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: $66.00 per hour | 40 hours per week
Schedule: Day / Morning / Evening shifts
Openings: 1 Vacancy
Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description
Position Summary
The Sales General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of sales operations, resource management, and organizational strategy. This individual will provide direction and leadership to multiple departments while representing the company in key external-facing functions.

Responsibilities
 Design and execute annual and quarterly wholesale sales plans aligned with company revenue objectives
 Establish measurable sales KPIs; monitor performance and implement corrective actions as needed
 Conduct ongoing analysis of the optical equipment and lens wholesale market to identify new business opportunities
 Oversee wholesale pricing strategy, margin targets, and account-level profitability
 Lead the development and presentation of sales reports and forecasts to senior leadership
 Develop and maintain long-term strategic relationships with wholesale clients, distributors, and retail trade partners
 Negotiate and finalize contracts, pricing structures, and supply agreements with vendors and product suppliers
 Serve as the senior point of escalation for key account issues, ensuring timely resolution and client satisfaction
 Evaluate and onboard new vendor and supplier partnerships to strengthen and diversify the product portfolio
 Represent the company at industry trade shows, buyer meetings, and networking events
 Lead full-cycle recruitment and selection of sales staff, operational personnel, and department managers
 Define performance standards and conduct structured evaluations for all direct reports
 Delegate appropriate authority to middle managers and executive staff; ensure role clarity and accountability
 Provide ongoing coaching, professional development, and succession planning across the team
 Cultivate a high-performance team culture rooted in collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement
 Establish organizational objectives and formulate or approve policies and operational programs
 Allocate human, material, and financial resources to execute business plans and strategic initiatives
 Authorize the establishment of major departments and associated senior staff positions
 Co-ordinate the work of regional teams, divisions, and departments to ensure operational efficiency
 Represent Hongli International Enterprise Ltd. in official negotiations, partnerships, and external business functions

Job Requirements:
 Education: Master's degree
 Experience: 3 - 5 years in a relevant field
 Language: English
 Computer and technology knowledge: MS Excel, MS Office, MS Outlook
 Personal suitability: Excellent oral and written communication, Organized and detail-oriented, Team player with demonstrated initiative
 Criminal record check required prior to hiring

Application Requirements
All applicants must submit the following:
 Resume
 Cover letter
 Answers to screening questions (see below)
The following may be requested later in the process:
 Letter of recommendation
 References attesting to experience
Screening Questions
 Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
 Are you available to begin on the start date listed?
 Do you have relevant experience in this field?
 Do you hold any of the certifications listed in this posting?
 Do you meet the English language requirement?

How to Apply
Submit your application package directly to: [email protected].

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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