Jack Link's National Business Manager New Zealand

Job Description

Reporting to the Sales Director ANZ, the National Business Manager (NZ) is a crucial, strategic role within the Jack Link’s Asia Pacifc sales team. This newly created position will build strong relationships with both major New Zealand Retail partners, as well as our Sales and Distribution partner, as you seek mutually beneficial commercial outcomes. Internally you will work alongside our Marketing, Innovation, Finance and Operations teams to develop consumer centric sales initiatives and great tasing new products! The position would suit an authentic, self-disciplined professional who is currently working within the consumer goods industry, ideally working across customers such as Woolworths and Foodstuffs. This fast-paced role will be based in our Auckland office and Manufacturing facility at Māngere, supported by a fun and cohesive cross functional team. 

Key responsibilities required for the role:

• Category Captaincy: Utilising convincing category and consumer insights, be the trusted New Zealand protein snacking partner within the NZ Grocery Channel and beyond to provide meaningful growth within the category. 
• Relationship Management: Through building trust and delivering meaningful outcomes, develop strong partnerships with major Retail and distribution partners within New Zealand. 
• P&L Management: Take full ownership of budgeted revenue delivery, trade investments and forecasting, whilst delivering market share objectives. 
• Innovation Leadership: Be the champion for customer marketing and product innovation within Jack Link’s New Zealand, ensuring best in class product launches. 
• Strategic Planning: Build and execute an ongoing three-year strategic plan, developed utilising strong industry, category and commercial analysis. 

Qualifications

Qualifications and experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Experience within the FMCG industry, preferably within a National Account Management, or National Business Management role. 
• Strong analytical skills, with a high attention to detail. 
• The ability to effectively manage multiple priorities. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally. 

Skills and attitudes for a successful candidate:

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. 
• Be an advocate for the Jack Link’s way and values.
• Carry a high degree of professionalism and emotional intelligence. 
• Possess a high attention to detail and a natural drive for success. 
• Have the ability to work autonomously and be confident with decision making. 

Additional Information

What's Next?

If you are interested in this role, click "APPLY NOW". Please upload your cover letter and CV then click submit. We will be in contact with you as soon as possible regarding whether we would like to move your application to the next stage.

Additional Information

Currently we are not accepting any overseas applications.

Jack Link’s NZ Ltd requires all applications to have eligibility to work in New Zealand. Successful candidates will be required to complete pre-employment checks which include a medical test and a criminal convictions check.