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.
The Perks
* Above‑award hourly rate & bonuses
* Permanent part‑time role with paid leave
* Autonomy to plan your own day
* Supportive, family‑friendly team culture
* Development and growth opportunities
* Paid travel allowance, branded uniform & tools
* Represent iconic brands like Birds Eye, Leggo's, Edgell and John West
About Our Role
If you like flexible work, being on the road and seeing the impact of your effort each day, this could be the perfect role for you.
We're looking for a Sales Support Representative to support grocery retail stores across Cairns Central, the Northern Beaches (Smithfield/Clifton Beach), the Southern Corridor (Earlville - Gordonvale) and surrounding suburbs. This is a permanent part‑time role (23 hours/week) with flexibilty from Monday to Thursday - no weekends or nights.
As an SSR, you'll keep Simplot products well presented, stocked and shopper‑ready. You'll work with store teams to build displays and support sales and promotional plans. It's a hands‑on role where you'll take ownership of your stores and build strong skills in sales, customer engagement and field execution.
What You'll Do
* Review and implement store layouts to ensure Simplot products are well presented and easy to find
* Create and maintain attractive in-store displays with attention to detail
* Build strong relationships with store managers and key decision-makers
* Execute sales and field plans effectively across your territory
* Listen, plan, and deliver solutions that meet store needs and objectives
* Take pride in achieving territory goals and contributing to team success
About You
You might be a student, someone returning to work, or looking for a new career path - what matters is your attitude and reliability. We're looking for someone who:
* Has experience in retail, merchandising or sales support (ideal but not essential)
* Is friendly, energetic and enjoys meeting new people
* Is self‑motivated and comfortable working independently
* Is confident using digital tools for reporting and communication
* Holds a valid driver's licence and has a reliable vehicle
* Is comfortable with hands‑on, physical work and regular travel
Ready to Join Us?
If you're looking for flexible work where you can make a real contribution and build the foundations of a future career, we'd love to hear from you - Apply now!
Applications close Friday 27th February 2026. Simplot reserves the right to commence recruiting activity prior to closing date.
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Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please