Territory Manager - Palmerston North

Job Description

Who are we?

Mondelēz New Zealand has been distributing delicious snacks in Aotearoa for Kiwis to enjoy for more than 100 years. Our team are the proud custodians of our iconic brands, including Cadbury, Pascall, Toblerone, The Natural Confectionery Company, Sour Patch, Philadelphia, OREO, and Olina’s.

Why Mondelez?

At Mondelēz NZ our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re incredibly proud of our team – together we’re very good at what we do, because we’re connected, collaborative and supportive.

Your development and career are a priority, and you’ll have the opportunity to build your career locally and globally if desired.  Our world is fast-paced, but you’ll have a supportive environment in which to grow, with leaders who will empower you to achieve your potential.

We believe in the importance of balancing work and life demands and offer the flexibility you need to achieve it. Yet connecting with colleagues in our engaging and fun environment definitely makes coming into the office worthwhile.

We are committed to making a positive contribution to local communities across Aotearoa, which we bring to life through support for local initiatives and organisations such as The Kindness Collective. Each year you will have the opportunity to volunteer for a charity that has meaning for you.

The Opportunity

As Territory Manager, you will build strong and sustainable customer relationships within the stores in your territory, with a view to partnering to grow revenue and build our brands. You’ll be well supported by our in-house merchandising team, who you will work closely with and provide coaching and training to as needed.

With energy and drive, you will partner closely with your stores to grow revenue through the flawless execution of promotional plans, compliance against planned in-store activity, and identifying additional opportunities for ranging and display.  All supported by access to data & insights, so you’ll be able to put your analytical skills to great use.

We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you will be part of one of New Zealand's top-ranking field teams, known for their passion, expertise, and incredible support and connection, even while working remotely. You will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. Our collaborative culture fosters a positive and inclusive work environment.

In this impactful role, your work will directly contribute to the growth and success of our brands, making a real difference in the market. You will collaborate with talented and motivated colleagues dedicated to achieving excellence, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and being part of a connected and supportive team.

This role is responsible for the Palmerston North, Whanganui and Waipukurau areas. 

The ingredients you’ll bring

• A passion for selling and building relationships
• A high level of self-motivation and the ability to work autonomously
• Great communication and relationship building skills, with both internal and external stakeholders
• Strong time management, planning and organisational skills
• The ability to problem solve and think on your feet
• Experience in the NZ FMCG/ Grocery industry, with field sales and/or merchandising experience an advantage

Benefits

When you join Mondelez you will enjoy an inclusive and diverse environment, with access to learning platforms and personal development tools to help you grow. You’ll be rewarded with a competitive salary and an incentive linked to business performance with a payout up to 200%, market-leading superannuation, medical insurance, generous parental leave, life insurance, and access to free physio. We also have plenty of onsite parking, and free confectionery of course!

Business Unit Summary

At Mondelez International, our mission is to provide consumers with the right snack, for the right moment, made in the right way. We are one of the largest snack companies in the world, with global net revenues exceeding $31 billion USD. 

We have operations in more than 80 countries and employ approximately 91,000 diverse and talented employees in our factories, offices, research & development facilities and distribution activities around the world.

In Australia and New Zealand, we have 6 factories, and both global and local brands, employing over 2,000 people; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Toblerone, Philadelphia, belVita, Pascall, The Natural Confectionery Company, Sour Patch Kids and Ritz.

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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