Benchmark Resourcing is a boutique talent provider of choice for the meat industry. We only partner with companies in this sector because we believe that our partners and candidates deserve attention from a success partner who solely focuses on the same industry that they do. We're Australia's national staffing solution for all jobs from the paddock through to the plate.
The Company:
We're delighted to be partnering with a highly respected Australian primary producer known for their premium raw and value added meat products, innovative manufacturing capability and strong national presence across major retail channels. With continued growth across supermarkets, QSR groups and foodservice, they're now seeking a dynamic National Meat Sales Executive to manage and grow key national retail accounts.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a fast paced commercial role where you'll work with some of the country's most recognisable national retailers. You'll have full support from a high performing operations, production and NPD team, giving you the freedom to deliver strategic growth, build deep customer relationships and shape the success of a rapidly expanding value added product portfolio.
The Opportunity:
* Manage and grow key domestic retail accounts across major supermarket groups.
* Strengthen long term customer relationships through exceptional service and communication.
* Oversee the full sales cycle including forecasting, planning and retail program execution.
* Work closely with production, NPD and operations to drive commercially viable growth.
* Prepare pricing models, tenders, promotional plans and category reviews.
* Identify new business opportunities within existing accounts and new channels.
* Collaborate with NPD to develop innovative retail ready products.
* Support product launch strategies, packaging updates and retail execution.
* Ensure all product ranges meet customer expectations for quality, consistency and compliance.
* Liaise with domestic logistics and supply chain teams to ensure accurate fulfilment.
* Provide insights on demand, inventory flow and retail performance metrics.
* Represent the business professionally at customer meetings, site visits and trade presentations. Commit to regular interstate travel.
The Candidate:
* Experience in value added, case ready or protein sales will be highly regarded.
* Strong experience in FMCG sales, ideally within meat manufacturing.
* A proven track record managing national retail accounts (Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, Costco or independents).
* Commercial acumen with the ability to analyse numbers, trends and margins.
* Excellent relationship building and negotiation skills.
* A proactive approach with the confidence to lead conversations at head office level.
* Passion for innovation, product development and delivering customer centric solutions.
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-moving environment.
The Offer:
A competitive salary package is on offer, aligned to your experience and ability to drive results within national retail channels. Currently sitting around the $150,000-$180,000 mark but open to negotiation. Located in Melbourne. This is a company based role where remote work is unavailable.
Next Steps:
If you are looking for long term employment, as well as an opportunity to join an expanding and well established business, please apply now.
Alternatively, you can call Alicia directly on for a private and confidential discussion. You may also email your resume through to to be considered sooner.