Careers

What makes Big Erics a great place to work?

Our Employees and our Customers!

Big Erics Inc. is a female-led Atlantic Canadian owned and operated business. We are proud to be a leading distributor of supplies, equipment and industrial chemicals for the food service, janitorial, sanitation, confectionary, and manufacturing sectors across Canada and into the United States, celebrating over 75 years in business.

Our leadership team has been focused on attracting and retaining the best talent in our local region and beyond. With our continuous evolution, we are looking for new members to join our team.

We are focused on creating a culture that fosters continuous learning and striving to do better every day. We do this by remembering our Corporate Mission, Vision and Values.

Vision

To be North America's most respected source for priceless expertise and quality food service and cleaning products.

Mission
Deliver the right solution every time.

To Our Employees
We will continually invest in and support our people, suppliers and processes so we can deliver trusted expertise, quality products and innovative end to end solutions for our customers.

Benefits & Perks:

We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package through Medavie Blue Cross which includes:

Health & Dental Coverage
Life & Dependent Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Travel
LTD
Matched contribution (4%) to pension after one year.
Employee Discount
Employee & Family Assistance Program

Plus there are many other ‘perks’ to be taken advantage of in connection with our memberships with the Halifax Chamber of Commerce, St. John's Board of Trade, Hospitality Newfoundland, Medavie Blue Cross Care, and BMO Bank at Work, to name a few.

Current Career Opportunities:

1. P/T Retail Sales Associate – Dartmouth, NS

Big Erics is celebrating over 75 years in business!

As a proudly family-owned and female lead company, Big Erics employs a diverse workforce throughout the Atlantic Region while working to serve customer needs across North America. With commercial/retail locations in Halifax and St. John's, and sales reps throughout the Atlantic region, our experienced team is committed to providing quality products, value-added services, and the latest innovations to support our customers' success. We are a leader in end-to-end product and service based solutions spanning food preparation and service, food safety, facilities maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation.

For more information on Big Erics visit http://bigerics.com

Big Erics is proud to be a leading distributor of both commercial and residential supplies, equipment, smallwares and industrial chemicals for the food service, janitorial, sanitation, confectionary, manufacturing, and discerning residential sectors in Atlantic Canada.

What makes Big Erics a great place to work?

Our Employees and our Customers!

Reporting to the Retail Manager – Atlantic, the part time Sales Associate can look forward to:

Dedicated training and on-the-job resources to enhance your development
Employee discounts to enjoy our amazing products
Associate and family assistance program to support wellness
On-site parking
A competitive hourly wage

With our continuous evolution, we are currently looking for a permanent part time Sales Associate in our Dartmouth Retail Store at 171 John Savage Ave, Dartmouth. Our retail store is currently open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm and the hours for this part time position would typically be from 10:00am – 2:00pm Monday - Friday. There may be options for additional hours at various times during the year.

What you’ll be doing:

Creating a welcoming environment by greeting all customers as they walk through the doors
Providing walk in or call in customers with detailed product, pricing information, and may include demonstration of product
Driving sales through engagement of customers, suggestive selling and sharing product knowledge
Providing outstanding customer service and handling the processing of payments for purchases
Maintaining consistent merchandise of the products in store as per the planogram
Maintaining store to Big Erics expectations (displays, stocking, dusting, price tags)
Assisting with special customer orders, finding codes and prices for products
Assisting with inventory rotation and daily cycle counting
Monitoring open orders to ensure customer expectations are met
Keeping knowledge up to date of all collections, product information, promotions, and programs at all times

If you offer exceptional customer service and guide a customer by providing detailed product and pricing information in a professional, attentive, and courteous manner, please join our team.

Requirements:

Must have retail sales experience, ideally at least 2 years of retail sales
High school diploma or GED
Flexible availabilities Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30am – 5:00pm
Enthusiastic, friendly, and energetic with a genuine desire to provide outstanding service
Proficient in verbal and written English language
Maintain composure while dealing with multiple tasks, while being attentive to customers and remaining flexible to the needs of the business
Initiative to see what needs to be done and act on the tasks
Good computer skills using Microsoft suite (email, word, excel)
Knowledge of SAP would be an asset
Product knowledge of restaurant/baking/cooking equipment, janitorial/cleaning products would be an asset
Adhere to all the Health & Safety procedures
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and provide proof of full vaccination

To apply for this position please follow this link: https://bit.ly/3yfySEN

Your application will require you to submit a resume, answer all of the questions and complete a questionnaire. Applications must be received on or before July 1^st, 2022.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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2. P/T Human Resources Manager (Generalist) – Dartmouth, NS

Big Erics is celebrating over 75 years in business!

For more information on Big Erics visit http://bigerics.com

What makes Big Erics a great place to work?

Our Employees and our Customers!

Big Erics is proud to be a leading distributor of both commercial and residential supplies, equipment, smallwares and industrial chemicals for the food service, janitorial, sanitation, confectionary, and manufacturing and discerning residential sectors in Atlantic Canada.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Human Resources Manager (Generalist) will have the opportunity to define, shape and evaluate the human resources potential of the organization as you identify and service the ongoing needs of the diverse business. If you are someone who has broad and general HR skills and experience, commensurate with your time in the field, and are one who engages, empowers, and provides a people-centred approach to work, then we want to hear from you!

This part-time position will be working shorter days or fewer days per week, but the work schedule is negotiable for the right person (minimum of 21 hours per week).

Our leadership team is focused on attracting and retaining the best talent in the region. With our continuous evolution, we are currently looking for a permanent part time Human Resource Manager who is an HR Generalist working a hybrid work schedule based out of our Dartmouth, NS office (a mix of remote and onsite).

We offer a competitive salary, employee discounts, free on-site parking, flexible hybrid work schedule, and participation in a pension plan after 2 years of continuous employment based on meeting minimum requirements.

What you’ll be doing will include the following (as and when required):

Supporting all aspects of the recruitment process including constructing up to date job descriptions and postings, pre-screening resumes, arranging and/or conducting interviews, executing background and reference checks and crafting offer letters.
Managing the on-boarding and off-boarding processes such as, gathering or developing necessary on-boarding documentation, supporting the development of the on-boarding schedule, drafting letters conducting exit interviews, and processing paperwork.
Assisting in HR inquiries, understanding standards, counseling and coaching managers in the application of such and educating employees in expectations and behaviour.
Developing and rolling out policies and procedures and managing all applicable provincial workplace safety and compensation board requirements, forms and overseeing the return to work programs.
Supporting the review of compensation and benefit programs; working with the payroll administrator for changes to compensation and benefits packages for employees.
Assisting with the ongoing performance assessment and improvement programs, including discipline and exiting processes as and when required.
Utilizing the HRIS (Dayforce) to keep up to date employee information and to promote the use of employee self-service.
Carrying out various HR projects and initiatives in alignment with company goals, keeping up to date on new HR initiatives and legislative changes and recommend any internal changes if and as appropriate.

Requirements:

Education: Success completion of post-secondary education with a concentration in Human Resources.
Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation or working towards a designation would be considered an asset.
Work Experience: a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a human resources generalist role or equivalent level position in human resources.
Experience in recruiting, managing full-cycle recruitment and candidate sourcing using social media and other methods.
Experience in administering and enhancing performance appraisal, personal improvement and discipline policies and processes.
Technologically inclined, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, and adept at learning new systems.
Detail-oriented with exceptional time management and organizational skills coupled with proven ability to work well in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment.
Highly effective and articulate communication skills.
Organized self-starter who works effectively with minimal supervision and a high level of accountability.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and provide proof of full vaccination.

To apply for this position please follow this link: https://bit.ly/3aRmDEZ

Your application will require you to submit a resume, answer all of the questions and complete a questionnaire. Applications must be received on or before Friday June 24, 2022.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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3. Territory Manager – Greater St. John’s Area – Eastern Newfoundland, NL

Big Erics is celebrating over 75 years in business!

As a proudly family-owned and female lead company, Big Erics employs a diverse workforce throughout the Atlantic Region while working to serve customer needs across North America. With commercial/retail locations in Halifax and St. John's, and sales reps throughout the Atlantic region, our experienced team is committed to providing quality products, value-added services, and the latest innovations to support our customers' success. We are a leader in end-to-end product and serviced based solutions spanning food preparation and service, food safety, facilities maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation.

For more information on Big Erics visit http://bigerics.com

What makes Big Erics a great place to work?

Our Employees and our Customers!

Big Erics is proud to be a leading distributor of supplies, equipment, and industrial chemicals for the food service, janitorial, sanitation, confectionary, and manufacturing sectors in Atlantic Canada.

Our leadership team is focused on attracting and retaining the best talent in the region. With our continuous evolution, we are currently looking for a permanent full time Territory Manager (Outside Sales Representative) in the greater St. John’s area – Eastern Newfoundland areas. Reporting to the Director of Sales, Newfoundland, the Territory Manager will develop, maintain, and grow new and existing customers by promoting the company’s full range of products, with emphasis on expanding customer portfolio and increasing sales volume.

We offer a base salary plus commission, complete with group health & benefits package, pension contribution and vehicle allowance + mileage.

If you are an outgoing, high energy problem solver that goes the extra mile to satisfy clients’ needs, please join our team.

What you’ll be doing:

Building new relationships by identifying and pursuing new customers; conducting cold calls for potential leads
Become an expert on our products & services to provide customers with solutions that will help their business success
Become a trusted partner to our customers by providing exceptional service
Meet and exceed budgeted sales and profit targets
Using our internal systems to enter orders, create quotes, follow-up on orders and track delivery

Requirements:

Must have sales experience, ideally at least five years of outside sales experience with a track record of success.
Managing existing business accounts as well as developing long-term relationships with new clients; Experience with new business prospecting and customer relationship management is essential.
Experience in the restaurant service industry, food equipment/janitorial industry is considered an asset.
Have an entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work independently and bring new idea to the table.
A professional with strong customer service and superior communication skills
An optimistic attitude with the ability to stay positive in difficult situations
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite is essential and knowledge of SAP would be an asset
Valid drivers’ license with a ‘clean’ record and reliable transportation is required
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and provide proof of full vaccination
Willingness to learn!

To apply for this position please follow this link: https://bit.ly/3wYWw7z

Your application will require you to submit a resume, answer all of the questions and complete a questionnaire. Applications must be received on or before June 7^th, 2022.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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4. Territory Manager – Cumberland County, Northumberland Shore, and Cape Breton, NS

Big Erics is celebrating over 75 years in business!

As a proudly family-owned and female lead company, Big Erics employs a diverse workforce throughout the Atlantic Region while working to serve customer needs across North America. With commercial/retail locations in Halifax and St. John's, and sales reps throughout the Atlantic region, our experienced team is committed to providing quality products, value-added services, and the latest innovations to support our customers' success. We are a leader in end-to-end product and serviced based solutions spanning food preparation and service, food safety, facilities maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation.

What makes Big Erics a great place to work?

Our Employees and our Customers!

Big Erics is proud to be a leading distributor of supplies, equipment, and industrial chemicals for the food service, janitorial, sanitation, confectionary, education, healthcare , and manufacturing sectors in Atlantic Canada.

Our leadership team is focused on attracting and retaining the best talent in the region. With our continuous evolution, we are currently looking for a permanent full time Territory Manager (Outside Sales Representative) in the Cumberland County, Northumberland Shore and Cape Breton areas. Reporting to the Director of Sales, Maritimes, the Territory Manager will develop, maintain, and grow new and existing customers by promoting the company’s full range of products, with emphasis on expanding customer portfolio and increasing sales volume. We offer a base salary plus commission, complete with group health & benefits package, pension contribution and vehicle allowance + mileage.

If you are an outgoing, high energy problem solver that goes the extra mile to satisfy clients’ needs, please join our team.

What you’ll be doing:

Building new relationships by identifying and pursuing new customers; conducting cold calls for potential leads
Become an expert on our products & services to provide customers with solutions that will help their business success
Become a trusted partner to our customers by providing exceptional service
Meet and exceed budgeted sales and profit targets
Using our internal systems to enter orders, create quotes, follow-up on orders and track delivery

Requirements:

Must have sales experience, ideally at least five years of outside sales experience with a track record of success.
Managing existing business accounts as well as developing long-term relationships with new clients; Experience with new business prospecting and customer relationship management is essential.
Experience in the restaurant service industry, food equipment/janitorial industry is considered an asset.
Have an entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work independently and bring new idea to the table.
A professional with strong customer service and superior communication skills
An optimistic attitude with the ability to stay positive in difficult situations
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite is essential and knowledge of SAP would be an asset
Valid drivers’ license with a ‘clean’ record and reliable transportation is required
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and provide proof of full vaccination
Willingness to learn!

To apply for this position please follow this link: https://bit.ly/3y0W6yu

Your application will require you to submit a resume, answer all of the questions and complete a questionnaire. Applications must be received on or before Thursday May 5, 2022.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted