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Simplot Sales Representative WA in Perth, Australia
Sales Representative WA
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Date: 29 Aug 2024
Location: Perth, WA, AU, 6100
Company: Simplot
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 Australia and New Zealand’s major retail and foodservice customers and are part of Simplot’s Global Food business. With 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, Simplot Global Food serves retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, and employs 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific.
In Australia, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating food that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Australian life for generations, and include Leggo’s, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
Culture and Benefits
Fuelled by our Purpose to 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 environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.
Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.
The opportunity
WA territory – north of the river
Permanent full time, 37.5 hours pw
Iconic Australian brands including Leggo’s, Edgel, John West, Birdseye, I&J
A great opportunity exists to join our commercial division as a Sales Representative, based in Perth, Western Australia. You will be responsible for maximising sales objectives and sales targets to assist in the achievement of marketing strategies along with maintaining the distribution of Simplot's branded products within your territory.
This is a permanent full-time opportunity, Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm. This role will cover a diverse portfolio of IGA Spud Shed and Farmer Jack’s stores, north of the river. There is some travel involved in the role, approx. 2 – 3 times per year to WA country.
What you will do
Reporting to the State Field Manager WA, you will be responsible for maximising the distribution of the Company’s branded products within your territory to assist in the achievement of marketing, sales objectives and sales targets.
Your duties will include but not limited to:
Managing Simplot’s independent customers – IGA Spud Shed and Farmer Jack’s
Ensuring sales and field plans are executed in each store
Implementing trade standards
Gaining distribution of Simplot lines
Building strong ongoing relationships with your customers
Providing appropriate services to meet objectives
Building & Maintaining Displays
Ensuring all Simplot SKU's are on show with correct facings
Achieve Territory KPI’s and Field Drive Incentives
What you will bring
Previous Sales experience is essential
Previous experience in Supermarket / FMCG
Understanding of ‘Stay in Front’ system would be beneficial, but not required
Basic computer skills, MS Suite
Merchandising experience is not essential but would be highly regarded
Efficient planning skills, energetic and driven approach
Ability to build relationships with stakeholders internal and external
What's on offer
A flexible, family-friendly culture to balance what’s most important to you at work and at home
All the tools required to enable you to complete the requirements of your role – Fully maintained tool of trade company car, laptop, iPhone, iPad
Bonus incentives
Employee reward and recognition program
Variety of engaging health and wellbeing programs
Diverse leadership development programs and professional development support
Simplot branded clothing to look and feel your best each day in store
Learning and development programs to accelerate your long-term career at Simplot
If this sounds like you, please apply now
Applications close Friday 27th September, suitable candidates will be considered prior to closing date.
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Job Requisition ID: 19406
Travel Required : None
Location(s): GF Office - Perth
Country : Australia
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 email us at careers.contact@simplot.com
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