Sales Manager

With a commitment to excellence, Service Foods take pride in delivering fresh and sustainable products to our valued customers.

**We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager to join our Wellington team.**:
**Why Work for Us**:
Service Foods is New Zealand’s largest privately family-owned and operated food service distribution business. We have been recognized as one of **New Zealand’s Best Managed Companies for 2023 by Deloitte.** This prestigious accolade celebrates private businesses that excel in global benchmarks of success. Beyond financial performance, our inclusion in this program highlights our strong management practices, vibrant company culture, and resilient strategies that enable us to navigate challenges effectively.

At Service Foods, we foster a dynamic work environment where innovation and dedication are rewarded.

**Join us in shaping the future of food service distribution in New Zealand while advancing your career in a company committed to growth and excellence.**

**The role**:
Our Sales Manager will lead a passionate team of sales experts to ensure exceptional customer service and market expansion in the Wellington region. You will be responsible for driving sales growth, developing strategic sales plans, and leading a high-performing sales team across all categories, including Fresh Produce, Foodservice, and Butchery.

**The offer**:

- Competitive salary and Sales performance incentive
- Comprehensive benefits package, Tools of Trade & Company vehicle
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- The chance to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking business

**The job**:
This position demands strong leadership abilities, excellent negotiation skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the capacity to thrive under pressure in a dynamic environment.

In this job, you will:

- Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve targets and objectives.
- Lead, motivate, and manage a team of sales representatives to maximise their performance and achieve sales goals.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
- Identify new business opportunities and market trends to drive growth.
- Monitor sales metrics, analyse performance data, and provide regular reports to senior management.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Provide training, coaching, and support to the sales team to enhance their skills and productivity.
- Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions.

**The person**:
The successful applicant will be self-motivated and passionate about what they do. You would have the following skills and attributes:

- Tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing or Business
- Proven experience as a Sales Manager or in a similar sales leadership role.
- Strong understanding of the food services industry.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful sales strategies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to lead and inspire a team to achieve outstanding results.
- Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- A valid driver's license and the ability to travel as required.
- Organised, ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Share our values of Resilience, Inclusivity and humility

**How to apply**:

- Satisfactory pre-employment checks, including criminal conviction history and employment reference checks, are required to be offered this role._