Junior Account Manager

Are you a recent graduate? Are you looking to launch your career in sales? Do you enjoy building relationships, solving problems, and working with customers? Join Layfield and discover an exciting opportunity in the growing Flexible Films industry.

With a strong company culture rooted in family values, commitment, and high ethical standards, we are building a better tomorrow. We’ve been around for a while — and we keep getting stronger.

A day in the life

Successful Account Managers at Layfield are self-motivated, highly disciplined, enthusiastic team players that utilize their customer-driven attitude to assist in developing long-term relationships with current customers and prospects. Using their strong people skills and business knowledge, they act as a consultant to provide new and unique solutions to their customers.

​​This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their sales career who wants to develop into a successful Account Manager.

How you will lead

• Actively grow accounts, while managing existing customer base in the assigned territory (Edmonton and the Prairies)
• Prospecting and developing exciting business relationships based on trust and respect.
• Provide tailored solutions to customers with on-site customer consultations, including recommendations from our business catalog of products.
• Provide great customer service with every interaction.

What we look for

• Previous sales, customer service, co-op, internship, business development, or manufacturing/industrial experience is an asset.
• Post-secondary education in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered.
• Valid driver’s license and great driving record.
• Willingness to travel within Edmonton and the Prairie region to meet with customers.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and presentation skills.

Why Layfield?

We support our employees in their quest for personal growth. Quality, excellence, and continuous improvement form the foundation of our relationship with our customers and are integral elements of Layfield’s products and services.

In addition, we have a strong company culture, rooted in family values, commitment, and high ethical standards.

Some of the vast rewards of working with us:

• Comprehensive onboarding, product training, and mentorship will be provided
• Base Salary $55,000 to $65,000 per year + Sales Commission Uncapped
• Car allowance and company phone
• RRSP Contribution Matching Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance etc.)
• Be a part of a fantastic team with extraordinary company culture
• Career advancement opportunities. We want you to grow with us, lots of opportunities.
• Committed to using and maintaining the best safety practices with the highest standards.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent