Overview
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. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries. 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.
Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you would like to apply, please do so online today. If you require technical assistance, please email careers.contact@simplot.com.
The Role
Are you passionate about building relationships, closing deals, and delivering results in a field-based sales role? We have an exciting opportunity for a Sales Representative to join our Commercial Sales team, supporting Independent Grocery accounts across a well-established WA territory. Reporting to the State Field Manager, you will be responsible for maximising sales of Simplot's branded portfolio across a defined territory primarily covering Perth's northern suburbs, including Joondalup, Kingsley, Butler and Ellenbrook, along with surrounding suburbs. You'll work closely with independent retailers to drive range compliance, execute promotions, and identify growth opportunities within your customer base. This is a permanent full-time, 100% field-based role, with occasional overnight regional travel (e.g. Kalgoorlie, Esperance), offering variety and broader exposure across the WA market.
What You Will Do
* Execute sales and field plans to achieve distribution and sales targets across your territory
* Implement planograms and optimise shelf space for Simplot products
* Build and maintain strong relationships with store teams and internal stakeholders
* Drive promotional activity - pre-sell, set up, and monitor compliance for new lines and seasonal campaigns
* Monitor competitor activity and provide timely insights to the business
* Use Sales Force Automation (SFA) tools effectively for reporting and data management
* Attend cycle meetings and training sessions to stay ahead of market trends and initiatives
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
Details
* Location: GF Office - Perth (WA)
* Travel: Less than 10%
* Job Requisition ID: 25704
* Applications close: Friday 8th May 2026
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