Sales Representative VIC

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In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.

Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

• Tool-of-Trade vehicle and iPad
• A variety of engaging Health and Wellbeing programs
• Diverse Leadership Development Programs and Professional Development Support
• Employee Reward and Recognition Program
• Discounted Health Insurance
• Income Protection Insurance
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

• Fulltime, salaried role including tool-of-trade vehicle
• Melbourne North West Territory and Regional locations
• Independent Supermarket customers

Are you passionate about building relationships, closing deals, and achieving sales targets? If so, we have an exciting career opportunity for you

We have an opportunity for highly motivated Sales Representative to join our Commercial Sales team working with the Grocery Independent accounts in VIC. Reporting to the State Field Manager - Southern, you would be responsible for maximising sales of Simplot's branded products in the North West suburbs of Melbourne including Heidelberg, Templestowe, Epping and regional travel to Bendigo, Mildura and Red Cliffs.

This is a 100% field-based role with which includes overnight regional travel.

In this role you will assist in the achievement of marketing, sales objectives, and targets.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Planning the territory to maintain an effective call rate, ensuring maximum possible distribution gains for new and existing products
• Ensuring full distribution of graded Simplot Australia Pty Limited products
• Maximising the store condition of our products and categories through improved position and shelf space based on market share and stock weight for promotions
• Obtaining maximum exposure of Company products through effective displays and seeks prime locations and stock weight to maximise results.
• Advising head office of any promotional non-support
• Reporting competitor activity

• Proven experience in field sales, ideally within the supermarket or FMCG sector.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy across planning, reporting, and execution.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and proactive, consistently seeking ways to improve performance.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Ambitious and driven, with a clear focus on achieving results in a fast-paced environment.
• Resilient and adaptable, able to navigate challenges and maintain a positive outlook.
• Confident in presenting ideas and influencing stakeholders.
• Collaborative team player, while also capable of working independently.

If this sounds like you, then please apply online today.

Applications close Friday 3rd October 2025. Simplot reserves the right to commence recruiting activity prior to closing date.

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Job Requisition ID:23433

Travel Required:Less than 10%

Location(s):GF Office - Rose Park

Country:Australia

Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com