Be among the first 25 applicants. Location: Rose Park, SA, AU, 5067.
In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand.
Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
Culture And Benefits
At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:
- Respect for Resources
- Spirit of Innovation
- Passion for People
We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an workplace that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered.
The Perks
- Tool-of-Trade vehicle and iPad
- A variety of engaging Health and Wellbeing programs
- Diverse Leadership Development Programs and Professional Development Support
- Employee Reward and Recognition Program
- Bonus incentives
- Discounted Health Insurance
- Income Protection Insurance
- Prospect to purchase additional annual leave
About Our Role
- 6 month fixed term contract, salaried role including tool-of-trade vehicle
- South Australia Southern Region and Country locations
- Independent Supermarket customers
Are you passionate about building relationships, closing deals, and achieving sales targets? We have an exciting career opportunity for you!
We have an opportunity for highly motivated Sales Representative to join our Commercial Sales team working with the Grocery Independent accounts in SA. Reporting to the State Field Manager - Southern, you would be responsible for maximising sales of Simplot's branded products in the Southern suburbs of Adelaide from Ascot Park to Victor Harbor and some country stores.
This is a 100% field-based role with which includes overnight regional travel.
What You Will Do
- Planning the territory to maintain an effective call rate, ensuring maximum possible distribution gains for new and existing products
- Ensuring full distribution of graded Simplot Australia Pty Limited products
- Maximising the store condition of our products and categories through improved position and shelf space based on market share and stock weight for promotions
- Obtaining maximum exposure of Company products through effective displays and seeks prime locations and stock weight to maximise results.
- Advising head office of any promotional non-support
- Reporting competitor activity
About You
- Proven experience in field sales, ideally within the supermarket or FMCG sector.
- Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy across planning, reporting, and execution.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated and proactive, consistently seeking ways to improve performance.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
- Ambitious and driven, with a clear focus on achieving results in a fast-paced environment.
- Resilient and adaptable, able to navigate challenges and maintain a positive outlook.
- Confident in presenting ideas and influencing stakeholders.
- Collaborative team player, while also capable of working independently.
Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
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