Sales Representative

Moana Road; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Moana Road in Christchurch is seeking an experienced territory sales representative to grow sales across the South Island, strengthen existing accounts and develop new business for our distinctive giftware range.

You will travel regularly, manage a large geographic area, build strong customer relationships and represent Moana Road at trade shows and events. This role requires independence, organisation and a genuine enthusiasm for our brand.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' sales experience, ideally in territory/wholesale roles.
• Proven ability to grow and manage a sales territory.
• Willingness to travel frequently and be away from home multiple days.
• Strong new-business development and account-management skills.
• Highly organised, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Energetic, honest and trustworthy with relationship-building strengths.
• Experience in the South Island and/or giftware/retail/wholesale is beneficial.
• Enthusiasm for the Moana Road brand, products and culture.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct regular customer visits across the South Island, managing territory and travel schedule.
• Drive territory sales and work toward sales targets.
• Generate orders, introduce new ranges and identify opportunities to increase customer spend.
• Proactively develop new retail accounts that fit Moana Road.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with retail customers.
• Merchandise Moana Road products and maintain in-store presentation.
• Manage customer spend, activity and CRM data.
• Provide feedback on customer needs, product performance and territory opportunities.
• Represent Moana Road at trade shows, sales events and launches.
• Work independently and stay in close communication with the Moana Road team.

Skills

Sales experience

Territory management

New business development

Account management

Independent working

Relationship building

Travel readiness

South Island experience

Giftware/retail knowledge

Job description

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As the face of Moana Road across the South Island, you'll be responsible for growing sales, strengthening existing accounts, developing new business, and bringing our unique range of giftware to life in stores.

You'll be an experienced territory rep who knows what life on the road involves: regular travel, days away from home, managing a large geographic area, and building strong customer relationships face-to-face.

Key responsibilities

Plan and conduct regular customer visits across the South Island, managing your territory and travel schedule efficiently.

Drive territory sales and work towards agreed sales targets.

Generate orders, introduce new ranges and identify opportunities to increase customer spend and product ranging.

Proactively identify and develop new retail accounts that are a strong fit for Moana Road.

Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with our retail customers.

Merchandise Moana Road products and maintain strong in-store presentation.

Manage customer spend, activity, opportunities and account information through our CRM.

Provide feedback on customer needs, product performance, and opportunities within your territory.

Represent Moana Road at trade shows, sales events and product launches as required.

Work independently and take ownership of your territory while maintaining strong communication with the wider Moana Road team.

About you

At least 3 years' experience in sales, ideally in a territory or wholesale sales role.

Proven experience managing and growing a sales territory.

Comfortable with frequent travel and spending multiple days away from home.

Strong new-business development and account-management skills.

Highly organised, self-motivated and confident working independently.

Energetic, honest and trustworthy, with a genuine ability to build lasting customer relationships.

Experience in the South Island and/or in the giftware, retail, or wholesale industries would be highly beneficial.

A genuine enthusiasm for the Moana Road brand, products and culture.