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Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager

DKSHWorkFromHome, Auckland, New Zealand
30+ days ago
Job description

Overview

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The Commercial Manager – Food & Beverage Ingredients role drives growth and commercial outcomes within the Food & Beverage Ingredients portfolio.

At DKSH, our mission is to enhance lives by connecting people with exceptional products, services, and insights. We are a trusted partner for companies looking to expand their reach in Asia and beyond, and we focus on driving growth across our Business Units : Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials, and Technology.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our Food & Beverage Ingredients team. You will take ownership of customer and client portfolios, delivering end-to-end commercial outcomes. You will be responsible for developing strategy, building strong partnerships, and driving sales and profitability across New Zealand.

This role can be based in Auckland or Christchurch.

What you’ll do

  • Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for assigned product portfolios
  • Build, manage, and deepen relationships with key customers and suppliers
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and partnerships to protect and grow margins
  • Drive new business development and maintain a strong project pipeline
  • Champion client portfolios internally, sharing expertise and supporting colleagues
  • Leverage Salesforce CRM and digital marketing to accelerate projects and deliver results

What you’ll bring

  • A degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related technical discipline (commercial qualifications an advantage)
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in technical sales and account management within specialty chemicals, ingredients, or related industries
  • Strong commercial acumen with proven success in driving growth
  • Excellent communication, relationship building, and negotiation skills
  • Curiosity, resilience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • If you’re commercially driven, technically minded, and passionate about the food and beverage industry, we’d love to hear from you.

    Please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

    Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

  • Contract
  • Job function

  • Sales and Business Development
  • Industries

  • Chemical Manufacturing, Chemical Raw Materials Manufacturing, and Wholesale Chemical and Allied Products
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