Sales Specialist

T&G Global Limited; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fresh produce company seeks a motivated sales professional to manage customer relationships and drive sales in the Bay of Plenty region. The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and possess excellent relationship-building skills. This role offers a competitive salary and incentives in a supportive team environment. Proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand is required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Sales incentive

Company vehicle

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG, customer service, or produce is a plus but not essential.
• Positive, proactive attitude with high energy.
• Excellent relationship building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a customer portfolio across Bay of Plenty.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Grow sales and maximize market share.
• Implement product promotional programs.

Skills

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Sales target achievement

Creative thinking

Adaptability

Job description

About Us

For over 125 years, T&G has nourished Kiwis with fresh fruit and vegetables, taking pride in providing freshness, quality, and care in every bite. With a deep connection to growers across the country, we grow, pack, market, sell, and distribute fresh produce from our own orchards and farms, as well as from over 1,200 local growers.

About The Opportunity

This is an exciting role in the dynamic world of fresh produce, where no two days are the same. If you’re ready to build strong relationships, think creatively, and achieve outstanding sales results, this could be the role for you!

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborating with your team to look after a customer portfolio across Bay of Plenty, working with key account and trade customers.
• Building strong, long-term relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, from growers to retailers and foodservice operators.
• Handling challenging discussions with confidence, creating win-win outcomes.
• Growing sales to maximize market share.
• Creating and implementing product promotional programs.
• Traveling across the region to connect with growers and customers.
• Using your market knowledge to actively identify and pursue new business opportunities.

About You

We’re open to diverse backgrounds and transferrable skills - experience in FMCG, customer service, or produce is a plus but not essential. What matters most is your attitude and approach.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Demonstrates

• A positive, proactive attitude, with high energy, who can confidently tackle challenges and seize opportunities.
• A team player who enjoys collaborating and contributes to a positive team atmosphere.
• Resilient and adaptable, able to think creatively and innovate in the face of challenges.
• Be results-driven and motivated to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Excellent relationship building skills, able to build rapport and trust with customers and team members easily.
• Keen to build a rewarding career in FMCG sales!

What’s in It for You?

In return we offer a competitive salary, sales incentive, and company vehicle. You’ll be joining a down-to-earth, fun, and supportive team environment.

This is a fast-paced role where what you put in determines what you get out. If you’re motivated by results, thrive on connecting with people, and love the challenge of working in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Apply now

Proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand is required for all applicants and any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test, credit check, driver licence check, and security check.

We want T&G to be a place where everyone is accepted, respected and celebrated for who they are – regardless of our similarities or differences. It’s essential that everyone can be themselves and thrive, and that together we create a diverse and vibrant workplace.

Our story began more than 125 years ago as Turners and Growers, a fruit auction business in Auckland. Today, as T&G, our fresh, delicious produce nourishes people in more than 60 countries around the world. Together, we’re united in growing healthier futures.