Working at Walker
At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.
About the Job
Reporting directly to the Sales Manager – National Accounts, the Retail Sales Coordinator plays a key role in supporting national retail relationships for our bagged Soil and Mulch product lines. From analyzing pricing and preparing sales reports to working with buyers and attending trade shows, you’ll be the go-to support for a dynamic and growing sales team.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Assist in preparing and analyzing pricing, forecasts, POP replenishment, and monthly sales reports.
- Assist in the preparation of customer presentations.
- Maintain contact with representatives at the retail accounts National Account Buyers, their assistants and Replenishment Buyers.
- Collaborate with marketing on packaging artwork and new product lines
- Attend trade shows and support merchandising/store visits
- Maintain internal reports, assist with logistics and customer service coordination
- Responsible for managing the Company’s role in the Stewardship Ontario Program, as well as other roles in the other Stewardship Programs (i.e. MMBC, MMSW & MMSM).
Here’s What You Need
5+ years of experience or a post-secondary education in business, with deep knowledge of soil and mulch product lines .
- 3+ years in a sales support or sales coordinator role. Experience with large format national retailers and retail enterprise systems.
- Strong computer software skills (i.e. MS Office-Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- A valid Ontario G-class Driver’s Licence
Demonstrated levels of customer service, interpersonal and communication skills to promote and foster relationships with existing and potential customers, colleagues and industry associates.
What’s in it for you
- You become part of a team you can count on
- A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing
- Leaders who support your growth and success
- Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance Give back to our communities with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events
At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we’d love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.
This is your chance to join a team that values growth, sustainability, and collaboration. Be part of an industry that makes a difference – one bag of soil and mulch at a time. If you're looking for a role that combines sales, strategy, and sustainability, this could be your next move.
Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
