03 Aug
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Socket.dev
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Ontario
03 Aug
Socket.dev
Ontario
Key Account Sales Manager – Small Domestic Appliances (SDA)
Smeg Canada | Mississauga, ON
About Smeg
Smeg is an iconic Italian brand where design, technology, and performance meet. From our instantly recognizable retro refrigerators to our full range of small domestic appliances, we bring style and craftsmanship into kitchens across Canada. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a commercially driven sales leader to help us deepen our partnerships with the country's most important retailers.
The Role
As Key Account Sales Manager, you'll be the primary liaison between Smeg Canada and some of our most significant trading partners. You'll own the commercial relationship end to end, driving revenue and profit against ambitious targets, managing internal and external communication, resolving issues before they elevate, and uncovering new opportunities in line with our go-to-market strategy. Success in this role comes from your ability to think like an owner and collaborate seamlessly across functions to deliver results.
What You'll Do
Own and grow relationships with national retail accounts, buyers, category managers, and key stakeholders
Develop and execute account strategies to achieve revenue and margin targets
Forecast, budget, and manage the full P&L; for each national account, including marketing and promotional funding
Lead product management at retail: drive new product launches and own the full SKU lifecycle, from onboarding new listings to maintaining accurate product data
Secure best-in-class brand presence both in-store and online
Deliver in-store training and lead live and virtual product demos
Negotiate pricing, promotions, and agreements that maximize revenue and profit
Analyze sales performance, market trends, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities
Monitor stock closely to ensure availability and a healthy supply position
Lead business reviews with accounts, including Top-to-Tops, Line Reviews, and Joint Business Planning
Track and interpret POS data and trade stock on an ongoing basis
What You Bring
5+ years of experience in account management, sales, or category management, with a proven track record managing major national retail accounts in Canada, such as Best Buy, Canadian Tire, Costco, Hudson's Bay, Williams Sonoma, or similar
A strong record of hitting and exceeding sales targets and driving account growth
Background in Small Domestic Appliances, consumer goods, or a related industry strongly preferred
Deep understanding of both retail and e-commerce channels
Sharp analytical skills, with the ability to turn sales data and trends into action
Confident negotiator with strong relationship-building and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and experience with CRM systems
Why Smeg
Join a globally recognized design brand at an exciting stage of growth in Canada, where your work directly shapes how Canadians experience the Smeg name.
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📌 Key Account Sales Manager – Small Domestic Appliances (SDA) (Ontario)
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