sales director – north america & international
Location: Montreal, Quebec
Reports to: CEO
We are Ciele Athletics.
We aim to move people to movement, to connection and to community through considered equipment and exceptional experiences.
We focus on performance and protection. Designed for athletes and adventurers of all kinds.
everybody run.
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opportunity
We’re seeking a Sales Director – North America & International to join our leadership team as we enter an exciting next stage of growth in our wholesale and distributor business.
In this role, you’ll lead our wholesale strategy and execution across the US, Canada, and our international distributor network; driving sustainable growth, building strong market relationships, and delivering an elevated brand experience at every touchpoint. This is a leadership position that blends strategic vision with active involvement in execution, working in close partnership with cross-functional teams.
If you’re passionate about building markets, developing teams, and finding creative ways to win in wholesale, run with us.
primary responsibilities
Drive Growth & Market Expansion
- Develop and execute a marketplace strategy that fuels growth in the North America and international markets.
- Expand into new territories, channels, and distribution opportunities aligned with Ciele’s brand foundation.
- Stay ahead of market trends, consumer insights, and competitor moves to inform smart, timely decisions.
Lead & Inspire
- Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing sales team and representatives, agencies, and distributor network.
- Set clear goals, foster accountability, drive results, and develop the next generation of leaders within the sales organization.
Execute with Excellence
- Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive sell-in and sell-through strategies.
- Elevate in-store and digital brand experiences across wholesale partners and distributors.
- Ensure product assortment, allocation, visual presentation, and marketing activation align with brand objectives.
Own the Numbers
- Lead forecasting, reporting, and analytics to align sales targets with strategic initiatives.
- Manage budgets and profitability across markets, optimizing margins and operational efficiency.
- Build and maintain senior-level relationships with key accounts and distributors to unlock long-term growth.
specific required qualifications
- 10+ years of industry experience, including 5+ years in wholesale sales leadership with P&L responsibility.
- Proven ability to grow markets and strengthen brands in apparel, headwear, or accessories.
- Deep understanding of wholesale and distributor business models.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with a knack for building lasting partnerships.
- Strategic and analytical mindset with strong forecasting and planning abilities.
- Proficiency in sales tools and systems (Excel, PowerPoint, CRM/ERP, etc).
- Organized, adaptable, and ready to thrive in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.
- A passion for leading teams, building markets, and delivering results.
- Proficiency in English (oral and written) and fluent knowledge of French.
B Corporation
As a certified B Corporation, we hold ourselves to the highest social and environmental standards. It’s important to us that everyone on the team considers the impact of their decisions on the environment, the communities, the employees, and the customers affected. Since 2014, we’re committed to building the best products using the most responsible methods available to us. We all share the responsibility to continuously strive to do better in every aspect of our business, from product development, to supply chain partners, employee wellbeing and community action.
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ciele Athletics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, immigration status, religion, status as a veteran or as an individual who was formerly incarcerated.
All candidates are encouraged to send a cv and introduction letter to vl@cieleathletics.com
sales representative (california and southwest)
we are ciele athletics.
we aim to move people to movement, to connection and to community through considered equipment and exceptional experiences.
we focus on performance and protection. designed for athletes and adventurers of all kinds.
everybody run.
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opportunity
we are looking to add a sales representative to our team, focusing on the california and southwest region. this person will play a key role in achieving our retail partner and revenue growth objectives in the wholesale channel. we are committed to finding people that love running culture, that care about small business but understand the big picture. they have deep run specialty knowledge but also understand other wholesale channels where runners’ shop, from outdoors through action sports. this is a travel heavy role and can include showing up at local and national trade shows.
primary responsibilities
manage all aspects of the wholesale channel for the territory. present each collection for pre-booking and work closely with accounts to support sell through and at-once orders. they will look to increase sales within existing accounts while strategically building a prospecting plan to expand into new doors, placing ciele athletics where runners shop for run gear, and other gear. the ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, adapt at managing relationships and building new ones. they love prospecting, they love product and presenting the collection. they take pride in analyzing sell through reports as much as conducting product knowledge sessions with retail staff. when your account is having an event, you’re there to help out and contribute to its success.
- job title : sales representative
- reports to : sales director
- location : us california and southwest, on the road
specific required qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in retail, sales, or account management
- proficient in excel and data analysis, and CRM/ERP software
- exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- organized, detail oriented, and a strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
compensation
this is a commissioned sales role with competitive earning potential based on performance and territory growth.
B Corporation
as a certified B Corporation, we hold ourselves to the highest social and environmental standards. it’s important to us that everyone on the team considers the impact of their decisions on the environment, the communities, the employees, and the customers affected. since 2014, we’re committed to building the best products using the most responsible methods available to us. we all share the responsibility to continuously strive to do better in every aspect of our business, from product development, to supply chain partners, employee wellbeing and community action.
we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. ciele athletics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, immigration status, religion, status as a veteran or as an individual who was formerly incarcerated.
all candidates are encouraged to send a cv and introduction letter in english to virginie vl@cieleathletics.com (cc scott at sg@cieleathletics.com).
sales representative (midwest)
we are ciele athletics.
we aim to move people to movement, to connection and to community through considered equipment and exceptional experiences.
we focus on performance and protection. designed for athletes and adventurers of all kinds.
everybody run.
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opportunity
we are looking to add a sales representative to our team, focusing on the us midwest region. this person will play a key role in achieving our retail partner and revenue growth objectives in the wholesale channel. we are committed to finding people that love running culture, that care about small business but understand the big picture. they have deep run specialty knowledge but also understand other wholesale channels where runners’ shop, from outdoors through action sports. this is a travel heavy role and can include showing up at local and national trade shows.
primary responsibilities
manage all aspects of the wholesale channel for the territory. present each collection for pre-booking and work closely with accounts to support sell through and at-once orders. they will look to increase sales within existing accounts while strategically building a prospecting plan to expand into new doors, placing ciele athletics where runners shop for run gear, and other gear. the ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, adapt at managing relationships and building new ones. they love prospecting, they love product and presenting the collection. they take pride in analyzing sell through reports as much as conducting product knowledge sessions with retail staff. when your account is having an event, you’re there to help out and contribute to its success.
- job title : sales representative
- reports to : sales director
- location : us midwest, on the road
specific required qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in retail, sales, or account management
- proficient in excel and data analysis, and CRM/ERP software
- exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- organized, detail oriented, and a strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
compensation
this is a commissioned sales role with competitive earning potential based on performance and territory growth.
B Corporation
as a certified B Corporation, we hold ourselves to the highest social and environmental standards. it’s important to us that everyone on the team considers the impact of their decisions on the environment, the communities, the employees, and the customers affected. since 2014, we’re committed to building the best products using the most responsible methods available to us. we all share the responsibility to continuously strive to do better in every aspect of our business, from product development, to supply chain partners, employee wellbeing and community action.
we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. ciele athletics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, immigration status, religion, status as a veteran or as an individual who was formerly incarcerated.
all candidates are encouraged to send a cv and introduction letter in english to virginie vl@cieleathletics.com (cc scott at sg@cieleathletics.com).
sales representative (northeast)
we are ciele athletics.
we aim to move people to movement, to connection and to community through considered equipment and exceptional experiences.
we focus on performance and protection. designed for athletes and adventurers of all kinds.
everybody run.
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opportunity
we are looking to add a sales representative to our team, focusing on the us northeast region. this person will play a key role in achieving our retail partner and revenue growth objectives in the wholesale channel. we are committed to finding people that love running culture, that care about small business but understand the big picture. they have deep run specialty knowledge but also understand other wholesale channels where runners’ shop, from outdoors through action sports. this is a travel heavy role and can include showing up at local and national trade shows.
primary responsibilities
manage all aspects of the wholesale channel for the territory. present each collection for pre-booking and work closely with accounts to support sell through and at-once orders. they will look to increase sales within existing accounts while strategically building a prospecting plan to expand into new doors, placing ciele athletics where runners shop for run gear, and other gear. the ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, adapt at managing relationships and building new ones. they love prospecting, they love product and presenting the collection. they take pride in analyzing sell through reports as much as conducting product knowledge sessions with retail staff. when your account is having an event, you’re there to help out and contribute to its success.
- job title : sales representative
- reports to : sales director
- location : us northeast, on the road
specific required qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in retail, sales, or account management
- proficient in excel and data analysis, and CRM/ERP software
- exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- organized, detail oriented, and a strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
compensation
this is a commissioned sales role with competitive earning potential based on performance and territory growth.
B Corporation
as a certified B Corporation, we hold ourselves to the highest social and environmental standards. it’s important to us that everyone on the team considers the impact of their decisions on the environment, the communities, the employees, and the customers affected. since 2014, we’re committed to building the best products using the most responsible methods available to us. we all share the responsibility to continuously strive to do better in every aspect of our business, from product development, to supply chain partners, employee wellbeing and community action.
we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. ciele athletics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, immigration status, religion, status as a veteran or as an individual who was formerly incarcerated.
all candidates are encouraged to send a cv and introduction letter in english to virginie vl@cieleathletics.com (cc scott at sg@cieleathletics.com).
sales representative (pacific northwest)
we are ciele athletics.
we aim to move people to movement, to connection and to community through considered equipment and exceptional experiences.
we focus on performance and protection. designed for athletes and adventurers of all kinds.
everybody run.
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opportunity
we are looking to add a sales representative to our team, focusing on the us pacific northwest region. this person will play a key role in achieving our retail partner and revenue growth objectives in the wholesale channel. we are committed to finding people that love running culture, that care about small business but understand the big picture. they have deep run specialty knowledge but also understand other wholesale channels where runners’ shop, from outdoors through action sports. this is a travel heavy role and can include showing up at local and national trade shows.
primary responsibilities
manage all aspects of the wholesale channel for the territory. present each collection for pre-booking and work closely with accounts to support sell through and at-once orders. they will look to increase sales within existing accounts while strategically building a prospecting plan to expand into new doors, placing ciele athletics where runners shop for run gear, and other gear. the ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, adapt at managing relationships and building new ones. they love prospecting, they love product and presenting the collection. they take pride in analyzing sell through reports as much as conducting product knowledge sessions with retail staff. when your account is having an event, you’re there to help out and contribute to its success.
- job title : sales representative
- reports to : sales director
- location : us pacific northwest, on the road
specific required qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in retail, sales, or account management
- proficient in excel and data analysis, and CRM/ERP software
- exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- organized, detail oriented, and a strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
compensation
this is a commissioned sales role with competitive earning potential based on performance and territory growth.
B Corporation
as a certified B Corporation, we hold ourselves to the highest social and environmental standards. it’s important to us that everyone on the team considers the impact of their decisions on the environment, the communities, the employees, and the customers affected. since 2014, we’re committed to building the best products using the most responsible methods available to us. we all share the responsibility to continuously strive to do better in every aspect of our business, from product development, to supply chain partners, employee wellbeing and community action.
we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. ciele athletics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, immigration status, religion, status as a veteran or as an individual who was formerly incarcerated.
all candidates are encouraged to send a cv and introduction letter in english to virginie vl@cieleathletics.com (cc scott at sg@cieleathletics.com).
sales representative (prairies, canada)
we are ciele athletics.
we aim to move people to movement, to connection and to community through considered equipment and exceptional experiences.
we focus on performance and protection. designed for athletes and adventurers of all kinds.
everybody run.
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opportunity
we are looking to add a sales representative for the prairies (alberta, saskatchewan, manitoba) to our team. this person will play a key role in achieving our retail partner and revenue growth objectives in the wholesale channel. we are committed to finding people that love running culture, that care about small business but understand the big picture. they have deep run specialty knowledge but also understand other wholesale channels where runners’ shop, from outdoors through action sports. this is a travel heavy role and can include showing up at local and national trade shows.
primary responsibilities
manage all aspects of the wholesale channel for the territory. present each collection for pre-booking and work closely with accounts to support sell through and at-once orders. they will look to increase sales within existing accounts while strategically building a prospecting plan to expand into new doors, placing ciele athletics where runners shop for run gear, and other gear. the ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, adapt at managing relationships and building new ones. they love prospecting, they love product and presenting the collection. they take pride in analyzing sell through reports as much as conducting product knowledge sessions with retail staff. when your account is having an event, you’re there to help out and contribute to its success.
- job title : sales representative
- reports to : sales director
- location : alberta, manitoba, saskatchewan, on the road
requirements
specific required qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in retail, sales, or account management
- proficient in excel and data analysis, and CRM/ERP software
- exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- organized, detail oriented, and a strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
compensation
this is a commissioned sales role with competitive earning potential based on performance and territory growth.
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as a certified B Corporation, we hold ourselves to the highest social and environmental standards. It’s important to us that everyone on the team considers the impact of their decisions on the environment, the communities, the employees, and the customers affected. since 2014, we’re committed to building the best products using the most responsible methods available to us. we all share the responsibility to continuously strive to do better in every aspect of our business, from product development, to supply chain partners, employee wellbeing and community action. we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. ciele athletics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, immigration status, religion, status as a veteran or as an individual who was formerly incarcerated.
all candidates are encouraged to send a cv and introduction letter in english to virginie vl@cieleathletics.com (cc scott at sg@cieleathletics.com).
think you'd be a good fit?
send your CV and cover letter to cl@cieleathletics.com
please note that our headquarters is located in Montreal, Canada. all available positions are based in person unless otherwise stated.