Field Sales Manager

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About Kraft Heinz

At Kraft Heinz, we're dedicated to making life delicious for our consumers. We're a global food company with a portfolio of iconic brands, and we're committed to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. Our values of Ownership, Meritocracy, and Open Communication guide everything we do, and we're looking for talented professionals who share our passion for food and our commitment to excellence.

Your Impact

In this role, you will be responsible for managing, developing and empowering territory managers and merchandisers within the South Island. You will deliver excellence execution in line with the company strategy and uphold Heinz values in a way that contributes the company’s vision.

About the Role

• Strengthen the base of the business across the South Island.
• Expert in interpreting, selling, and presenting with data and insights.
• Expected to travel regularly and the ability to coach, mentor and develop the field team and lead by example.
• Provide category and store reviews led by the consumer and shopper insights.
• On-shelf executive in line with merchandising strategies and have speed to market with all new products.
• Establish and strengthen partnerships / relationships both internally and externally and continue to surpass expectations.
• Point of escalation for all Territory and Territory Account Managers.
• Own the hiring for the team and responsibility for inductions, succession planning, coaching and development.
• Perform assigned tasks in accordance with all Kraft Heinz Food Safety, Environmental, Health and Safety, and Ethical and Human Resources policies, programs and goals.
• Uphold the Kraft Heinz values and work in a way that contributes to the company’s vision.

About You

We're looking for a sales expert with a number of years of experience in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, specifically with key retailers. The ideal candidate can analyze data to drive sales growth, communicate effectively, and build strong relationships with customers and internal teams. Experience with Foodstuffs is a nice to have, and a strong drive to build a long-term career is essential.

Why Join Us

We’re a passionate, down-to-earth team that values collaboration, care, and contribution. Here, your work matters. You’ll be surrounded by leaders who respect your expertise and rely on your partnership—not just for administration, but as a trusted part of the team. You’ll have the space to bring ideas, improve processes, and genuinely shape how we work together. This is more than a job; it’s a role where you can create real impact.

Location

Christchurch

EEO

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups / Women / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity and other protected classes.

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