Territory Sales Manager - Asian Market - South Island

Goodman Fielder
Christchurch
Full time
2 weeks ago

We have an exciting opportunity for a Territory Sales Manager to join our high-performing sales team, based in Christchurch, with a focus on servicing and growing our Asian Food Service and Retail channels across the South Island.

This is a fantastic role for someone with a strong commercial mindset, deep cultural understanding of the Asian market, and the ability to build lasting relationships in a competitive, fast-paced FMCG environment.

What You'll Do

  • Manage and grow key customer accounts within the Asian food service and retail sectors
  • Partner with the Channel Manager to activate sales strategies and drive market share
  • Leverage your language skills (Mandarin essential; Cantonese desirable) to build strong customer connections
  • Develop new business opportunities, driving volume growth and customer retention
  • Represent our loved brands and deliver outstanding service across your territory

What You'll Bring

  • Proven experience in customer account management, ideally in the Asian food retail or food service industry
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills in English and Mandarin (Cantonese highly regarded)
  • Commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to influence
  • A deep understanding of the Asian consumer and business landscape in New Zealand
  • A current driver's license and valid NZ work rights

About Goodman Fielder

At Goodman Fielder, our purpose is simple - making everyday food better for everyone.

We are a leading regional food company across Australia, New Zealand and Asia Pacific, delivering some of New Zealand's most iconic and trusted brands including Edmonds, Meadow Fresh, Freya's, Molenberg and Puhoi Valley.

We believe that success comes down to our people. We're driven by our values - We Grow Together, We Keep Things Simple, We Get Stuff Done - and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. With operations spanning New Zealand and beyond, we offer real opportunities to grow your career across functions, brands and borders.

What's in it for You?

  • Join a values-led team with a strong culture of performance and collaboration
  • Work with some of New Zealand's best-loved food brands
  • Opportunities to grow your career locally or globally as part of the wider Wilmar Group
  • Competitive salary, tools of the trade, and a supportive, inclusive environment

Ready to be part of a fast-moving food business where you can make an impact every day?

Apply now and help us make everyday food better for everyone.

Apply
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