Territory Manager

**ABOUT THE GRINDERS COFFEE TEAM**

As part of the larger Coca-Cola EuroPacific Partners (CCEP) family, Grinders Coffee has become one of Australia's premier coffee companies. From humble beginnings in Melbourne, it has grown to be one of the largest coffee houses in Australia. Grinders now encompasses, a number of well-known brands including Grinders Coffee, Giancarlo Coffee and Taboo Hot Chocolate.

Over the last 7 years the business has grown dramatically and has activated some iconic Grinders café sites that have driven profitable outcomes and increased brand recognition.

**THE ROLE**

We have an exciting opportunity for a Sales Representative/Territory Manager to join our Grinders Coffee Team in Gippsland, Victoria. Reporting to our State Manager for Grinders Coffee, you will present our customers with business growth opportunities, drive long term profitable sales growth and expand our customer footprint throughout the region. As a Grinders Territory Manager, you are accountable and responsible for all of the coffee business in your designated territory.

**Key responsibilities will include**:

- Executing planned customer visit cycles with a focus on training to ensure quality coffee output through all of our customers
- Delivering business growth opportunities for all customers within territory to achieve profitable growth for our customers and the Grinders business.
- Achieve growth through the four key functions of being a Territory Manager, selling and negotiating, superior customer service, communication and planning and organizing
- Work very closely with the local CCEP teams
- Identifying and converting new business opportunities.

**ABOUT THE IDEAL CANDIDATE**

You will be a highly self-motivated and organised individual looking to take your passion to the next level Your superior multitasking capabilities will see you seamlessly manage our Coffee portfolio across your defined territory. You will work with a coffee centric customer base, be resilient, have the ability to build relationships and understand our customers business.
- Prior Coffee Industry experience (sales, customer service, hospitality) and /or Sales Experience is highly regarded
- Positive attitude, enthusiasm and high level of resilience
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to think on your feet and influence sales outcomes with our customers
- Excellent planning, organisation and time management skills
- Excellent communication, influencing, negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Proficient computer skills with the ability to get up to speed with a range of technologies and systems
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team
- Valid and unrestricted Australian Driver’s License
- Available to travel regionally including over-night stays away from home

**WHAT'S ON OFFER**

Here at Grinders we like to invest in our talent You can you expect an attractive package including a company car, latest sales technologies (IPad and IPhone), sales incentive, complimentary CCEP products and superannuation BUT what really sets us apart is our award-winning training and development platform that will set you up for future success who knows where your career path will lead you?

At CCEP we value people who are straight forward and open, we take initiative and own the outcome and we focus on today and tomorrow. These values are the basis of how we do business and are the foundation of our culture.

If you want to be rewarded and recognised for your contribution, please submit your CV, highlighting your relevant experience and suitability.

**THE BENEFITS**:

- Award-winning training and development that will set you up for future success and opportunities for internal career progression
- Free monthly product allowances to share with family and friends (including Coca-Cola, Mount Franklin, Monster, Rekorderlig Cider and more)
- Access to Company funded Parental leave, purchased Annual Leave Scheme and Company Share Plan
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to additional benefits including Fitness Passport & discounts with our many diverse customers including Apple, JB-HIFI, Telstra & Hertz

**THE CULTURE**:
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) is a major fast-moving consumer goods business and the world’s largest independent Coca-Cola bottler. With a dedicated team of 33,200 people, serving customers in 29 countries, we make, sell and distribute the world’s most loved drinks brands to more than 600 million people, including Coca-Cola®, Kirks®, Powerade®, Mount Franklin®, Monster® and Barista Bros®. And we want a workforce as diverse as our products - with a culture that fosters belonging and inclusivity. One that enables everyone to be themselves, whatever their background or experience. From gender, age and ethnicity to sexual orientation and different abilities, we welcome people from all walks of life and empower unique perspectives. We recognize we’ve got some way t