Sales Coordinator

About us

At Rombola Family Farms, we're not just about farming – we're about crafting a sustainable future. Based in the heart of Australia's agricultural landscape, in Griffith, Rombola Family Farms is a forward-thinking business committed to producing the highest quality fruits, vegetables, and produce for local markets. Our intensive irrigated horticultural production located in Griffith (NSW), Bundaberg (QLD), Douglas-Daly (NT) and Mataranka (NT). Our passion for innovation and sustainability drives everything we do, from our cutting-edge farming techniques to our unwavering dedication to community and the environment.

We're a family-run business, deeply rooted in values that span generations. As we expand, we're looking for a Sales Coordinator, to join us on this exciting journey and play a pivotal role in the future of Rombola Family Farms overlooking our Northern Territory sights based in Brisbane Market Link.

About the role:

The Sales Coordinator is responsible for driving the sales and growth of our capsicum products but not limited to other categories across various markets. This role involves developing and executing sales strategies, managing key accounts, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the agricultural sector, particularly in the fruit industry, and possess strong sales acumen to achieve revenue targets and expand our market presence.

Key operational accountabilities include:

• Proactive and constructive contribution to the sales and production team.
• Achieve and surpass sales targets for capsicums products.
• Category Management.
• Manage the Customer Purchase Orders (CPO) updates and communicate to several departments based on urgency.
• Entry of incoming sales orders from supermarkets and agents.
• Completion of EPO's
• Compile daily harvest summaries for Sales Team
• Assist in completion of dispatch documentation and delivery paperwork.
• Assist with inbound freight planning and coordination from interstate farms.
• Actively participate in both daily Sales and Supply Chain meetings
• Coordinating with other departments to ensure timely resolution of customer issues.
• Identifying and escalating priority issues to the appropriate team members. Ensure that tasks are completed at the end of each and provide confirmation.
• Communication with customers when required.

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Agriculture, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in sales management, preferably in the agricultural or fresh produce sector.

• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), negotiation, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills,

• Ability to analyze market trends and adjust strategies accordingly.

• Proficiency in sales management software and CRM systems.

• Ability to understand and thrive in a multidimensional national fresh produce supply chain

• Ability and confidence to make considered commercial decisions in what is a complex and dynamic marketplace.

• Highly developed relationship development and management skills

• Strong numeracy skills

• Practical, systemic, and calm approach to problem solving

• Attention to detail with a sense of urgency and a "can do" attitude.

• Ability and willingness to work in a highly interdependent team environment

• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets, including weekends and public holidays.

• Flexibility to travel inter-state.

In return we offer you

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience.
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive and vibrant business.