Brand Ambassador - Edmonton

At Kruger Products we have a shared vision for greatness. We manufacture some of North America’s most popular tissue brands - Cashmere®, Purex®, Scotties®’, SpongeTowels®, Bonterra®, White Cloud®, as well as products for use away from home.

We are leaders in our industry, leaders in our communities, and leaders in sustainability. We proudly have close to 3,000 employees across manufacturing plants in Quebec, British Columbia, Ontario, and Tennessee, as well as our headquarters in Mississauga, ON and Sales offices in North America.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As a Brand Ambassador your goal is to grow the presence of our brand portfolio in-store. You will work alongside a team of Brand Ambassadors that join us each summer to support our Retail Operations team. You will be partnered with a local Field Sales Representative to build brand awareness and interact with consumers.

In this role, you will:

• Get hands-on experience in Sales & Shopper Marketing to understand retailer & consumer behaviour
• Increase sales of our products through merchandising and couponing within your territory, stocking shelves, building displays, stock rotation, utilizing promotional material and tools
• Maintain and grow our shelf distribution and ensure correct in-store pricing
• Continuously maximize our in-store displays and product visibility
• Educate consumers and our retail customers about our brands and promotions
• Provide insights on consumer and customer response to drive business performance
• Building relationships at store level with both customers and consumers to capitalize on opportunities

If you’re looking for a way to begin your career in business, sales, or marketing, expect to do something great as a Brand Ambassador. Get hands-on, professional experience and learn about how our brands come to life in communities across Canada.

This position is full-time, beginning in May through August and will cover the Edmonton area.WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Passion for customer service and interest in the retail/consumer packaged goods industry
• The ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, weekends and light travel
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle. You will be required to submit a Driver’s Abstract – we do offer mileage coverage
• Pursuing or have recently graduated from a University or College program
• An openness to learn and seek new challenges
• Basic knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Flexible hours suitable for a student schedule
• Experience in retail, sales and marketing
• Chance to develop interpersonal and organizational skills
• Opportunity to work for a Canadian company, leader in the industry

Our mission is to make everyday life more comfortable. Together we bring this mission to life. As an ever-evolving business, there are always exciting new challenges, diverse career paths, and opportunities to innovate. Be part of a recognized employer – Greater Toronto Top Employer since 2013, Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies since 2018, and Forbes Best Employers in Canada.

Join Kruger Products and Expect to do Something Great.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Kruger Products; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kruger Products is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under KP’s Accessibility Policy and Multi-Year Accessibility Plan - 1.04.33. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.