JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Sales Manager at the Sawmills Division Head Office, the Account Manager will be responsible for maintaining key accounts. Responsibilities would include both medium and long-term planning as well as the selling of a variety of lumber products. This is a fantastic career opportunity for the right person to apply their existing skills, build relationships, and gain exposure to a fundamental part of the organization.
The Sawmills division, part of the J.D. Irving, Limited group of companies, is a major player in the production of lumber and lumber byproducts in North America. The division currently has 11 sawmills and various other production facilities throughout Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Maine.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop sales plans with existing customers
• Build and manage relationships with new and existing customers to ensure needs are met
• Identify and develop new sales opportunities within accounts and drive revenue growth
• Address and solve challenges faced by customers
• Work with operations to ensure inventory targets are met

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education - Bachelor of Business Administration (or equivalent)
• 2-5 years of sales experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage changing priorities
• Ability to work independently
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology.
Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 11 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division. Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York.