The Opportunity:

The Alberta Broiler Sales Manager is responsible for the overall management of the Alberta Technical Service Team.  This position will also implement policy decisions as well as short and long-term strategy decisions.  This role will be the manager of the Technical Service Supervisor and work with the National Planning & Procurement Manager, Procurement Planning Analyst, Breeder Service Technician, Animal Care Team and Vet Services and FSQA Manager. 

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by August 14. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Responsible for the leading Technical Service team by working with breeder team, hatchery, broiler producers and plants to ensure the highest quality birds are placed, grown and shipped from farm to plant.
• Responsible for the management of the technical team towards driving for the highest quality chick quality and working with produces on best practices for on farm brooder management.
• Responsible for the management of all analysis and forward-thinking continuous improvement efforts for the technical service team, focused on improving producer and plant performance.
• Responsible for meeting the company, producer, government, and CFIA protocols required to support our differentiated product initiatives ex. Raised without Antibiotic Program.
• Responsible for maintaining our processing market share in Alberta.
• Responsible for Broiler Producer Relations and Retention.  
• Responsible for claims resolution with broiler producers.
• Responsible for ensuring that all lease kgs are utilized by working with producers to maximize barn space and scheduling opportunities.
• Strong requirement to build strong alliances with operations (hatchery and plant), feed partners and our producers.
• Recommend and implement operating policy/strategy along with the annual operating budget requirements.
• Key liaison between internal and external stakeholders eg. Producers’, operations, optimization, marketing, sales, CFO, feed partners
• Responsible for the muscle building and development of a strong and cohesive Alberta Technical team.
• Demonstration and commitment to the Maple Leaf’s Leadership Edge Values.
• Using a Six Sigma approach to drive forward continuous improvement opportunities.

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education or University Degree in Agriculture, Business, Science or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum 2 to 5 years’ experience in managing people.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to the Maple Leaf’s Leadership Edge Values.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Working knowledge of the Poultry Industry would be a definite asset.
• An ability to work independently; be self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Strong analytical, time management, and organizational skills.
• Supervisory experience that illustrates a team management style approach.
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to attend, participate and present at various Industry functions and activities, both outside and within the Company.
• High level of computer competency including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.