It’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee. At JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS, we’ve made it our mission to find out. Our people have been raising the bar since day one, thinking fast and acting even faster to make an impact that’s felt around the world. JDE is the home to some of the most well-known coffee brands in the world.  Today our coffee & tea portfolio is available in over 100 countries around the world through iconic household names including: Moccona, L'OR, Harris Coffee Co, TiÓra, Jacobs, Tassimo, Senseo, Douwe Egberts, Super, Kenco, Pilao & Gevalia. We’ve built our business on the belief that everyone deserves the coffee they love – no matter who you are, where you live or how you take it. We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that diversity; whether that be gender, cultural or generational diversity enhances our workplaces. Please be advised that shortlisted candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment medical and background screening including reference checks. 
 

This is the place you want to be. Leader in the market. Vibrant category in growth. You will get noticed. You will have an impact. Come drink coffee and get the results. 

This role will see you driving brand and account strategies! You will also lead, inspire and develop a great team to deliver even more than they already do (they are amazing already).
 
On top that, you will: 

• Build strong relationships internally with Marketing and Category to ensure we are making the correct commercial decisions
• Execute promotional programs with our retail partners 
• Present and drive NPD at Head Office and into stores
• Manage financials including trade spend, accruals and monthly reporting
   

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and experience:

• Experience leading a sales team or senior sales / account management experience within the FMCG / Retail space (ideally with existing relationships with Foodstuffs) 
• Strong financial and commercial acumen 
• Self-motivator with the ability to work autonomously 
• Team player with a willingness to get out in stores with the team
• Willingness and ability to travel within NZ – approx. 1-2 overnight trips per month
• Outstanding relationship building skills (both externally and internally) 
• An upbeat positive attitude with a passion for all things coffee and Tea!
   

At JDE, in addition to a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs:

• Comprehensive induction, training and support program
• NZ’s #1 Hot Beverage company with national leading brands such as (think Hummingbird, Ti Ora, Bell, Moccona and more!)
• Global organisation with long history that we are proud of and a future we’re excited to be creating 
• TOT vehicle
• Support to elevate us to the next level 
• 12 month contract role working 5 days per week
• An opportunity to be a part of millions of people’s lives by putting the Tea and coffee cup at the centre of the conversation 

If you think you're up for a new challenge just like this, please grab a cuppa, brush up your CV and apply now (it's really easy, we promise). Should you have any specific questions, you're welcome to call Ali Barfoot for a virtual coffee on +61 2 9551 3423