Sales Manager in Training - Kitchener

Job Description

Location

Kitchener, Ontario

Job Type

Full-Time

Compensation

$85,000 – $95,000 annually

Overview

Are you a rising star in sales, ready to level up your career? CFIB is on the hunt for an energetic, ambitious, and driven individual who thrives on challenges, innovation, and growth. If you're passionate about helping small and medium‑sized businesses (SMBs), love connecting with people, and want to be part of a team that makes a real impact, this role is for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Learn, grow, and lead: Start with a hands‑on sales role while receiving structured leadership training and mentoring from experienced managers.


• Develop relationships with SMB owners, understand their challenges, and provide tailored solutions that matter.


• Drive new business development and grow your own territory with entrepreneurial ownership.


• Master sales strategies, tools, and tech as you prepare to become a future Sales Manager.

What We’re Looking For

• Sales Superstar: 1–3 years of sales or customer‑facing experience and a proven ability to meet or exceed goals.


• People Connector: Approachable, outgoing, and naturally build strong relationships with clients.


• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Motivated by purpose, eager to help small business owners, and thrive in dynamic environments.


• Coachable & Curious: Open to feedback, love learning, and take initiative to grow skills.


• Tech‑Savvy: Comfortable with CRMs, iPads, digital presentations, and using tech to optimize the sales process.


• Driven & Goal‑Oriented: Chase results and love to win, both independently and as part of a team.


• Mobile & Flexible: Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and ready to be on the move in your territory.

Why CFIB?

• Career Growth: Fast‑track your way to leadership.


• Training & Support: Hands‑on learning with the best in the business, tools and tech to succeed (CRM, tablet, training resources).


• Flexibility: Independence to work your way, backed by a supportive team.


• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Competitive base salary, uncapped commissions, bonuses.


• Purpose‑Driven Work: Make an impact by supporting small businesses.

Ready to Join Us?

As Canada’s largest association of small and medium‑sized businesses, CFIB provides independent businesses with the resources they need, adds more value, and helps them have their voice heard at all levels of government. If you’re passionate about sales, love a challenge, and want to grow into a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.