For over 125 years, T&G Fresh has nourished generations of Kiwis with fresh fruit and vegetables. We grow, pack, market, sell, distribute, import and export fresh produce from our own orchards and farms, as well as from over 1,200 Kiwi growers.

The Opportunity:

This is a newly created role at our fast-paced fresh produce market in Christchurch. As our Sales Manager, you'll lead a team of six Sales Specialists, ensuring sales strategies are executed effectively and driving sustainable, profitable growth. You'll manage relationships with key accounts, including supermarkets, foodservice providers, and independent retailers, as well as third-party growers. Your role will be crucial in enhancing our market presence, increasing revenue, and optimising sales operations within our Christchurch network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing sales team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Monitor sales performance, ensuring targets are met while managing budgets, margins, and reporting.
• Strengthen existing partnerships and cultivate new business opportunities with key customers and suppliers.
• Develop and implement sales plans across all categories to maximise revenue and market share.
• Collaborate closely with operations and transport to ensure seamless supply chain efficiency and exceptional customer service.
• Support produce procurement for the Christchurch branch with both T&G and third-party growing partners.

Who We’re Looking For:

• People leadership skills with a track record of building engaged, collaborative, high-performing teams.
  
• Proven experience in sales management, ideally within FMCG or fresh produce
• Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to negotiate and influence at all levels.
• Commercial acumen with a focus on driving revenue growth and profitability.
• Experience working with supermarket chains, foodservice providers, and independent retailers would be advantageous.

Why Join Us?

This role offers variety and impact—with no two days the same, you’ll play a key role in shaping the success of our business. You’ll be part of a motivated team that values collaboration and innovation, with opportunities to further develop your leadership skills.

We offer a competitive salary plus a company vehicle.

If you are a driven and experienced sales leader ready to take on an exciting challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

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