In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to Australia and New Zealand's major retail and foodservice customers and are part of Simplot's Global Food business. With 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, Simplot Global Food serves retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, and employs 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. In Australia, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focused on creating food that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Australian life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko. Culture and Benefits Fuelled by our Purpose to Contribute to Feeding our World, we imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as One Simplot and are guided by our shared values: Respect for Resources Spirit of Innovation Passion for People We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members. Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities. The perks A flexible, family-friendly culture to balance what's most important to you at work and at home All the tools required to enable your creativity when building displays with point-of-sale Long term support from your people leader to enable your personal growth and career progression to help you reach your work goals Simplot Australia branded clothing to look and feel your best each day in store Learning and development programs to accelerate your long term career at Simplot Above Award hourly rate About our role Due to an internal promotion, we are currently recruiting a Sales Support Representative to join our Commercial Sales team in SA. This is a permanent part-time opportunity, 25 hours per week, working Monday to Thursday and operating within the South West Adelaide region. With some flex on start and finish times, you'll be in store, working hands-on, nurturing relationships with Store Managers and showcasing Simplot products for best available positioning. Our grocery retail customers include Coles, Woolworths and Independents - Foodland and IGA. Your previous sales/merchandising experience will be helpful to hit the ground running. Our team and customers will benefit from your can-do, hands-on approach to in store displays. What you will do Reporting to the State Field Manager - SA, you will be responsible for managing your own territory to maximise sales objectives and targets for Simplot's branded products. In this region, you will be responsible for: 9 Independent Stores - Foodland & IGA Calling on stores and building and maintaining relationships with store management teams Reviewing and implementing Store planograms and layouts to ensure all Simplot SKUs are on show with correct facings, or optimising positioning of Simplot products Building and maintaining in-store displays with a keen eye for precision Ensuring sales and field plans are executed in each store Achieving Territory KPIs and Field Drive incentives About you Previous experience working as a Sales Support Rep or Merchandiser Own vehicle to be used for work purposes, whilst being reimbursed an allowance for kms travelled home to home Driven and motivated approach, with the ability to multitask and work in an agile environment Excellent organisation skills and a high attention to detail, ability to prioritise a busy workload Ability to build rapport quickly and develop relationships with external stakeholders Ability to collaborate with wider SA team and provide support where required Desire to join a high performing, supportive team, whilst also working autonomously to achieve individual goals and targets If this sounds like you, then please apply online today. Applications close Friday 6th December 2024. Suitable applicants will be contacted prior to closing date. Job Requisition ID: 20528 Travel Required: None Location(s): Remote - AUS Country: Australia Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at #J-18808-Ljbffr