At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales growth and build strong customer partnerships in the foodservice sector.
- Company: Join Metcash, a leading wholesale distribution company with a community focus.
- Benefits: Enjoy extra leave, career growth opportunities, and a flexible work environment.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to sustainability and community empowerment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on local businesses while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Sales experience and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
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At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. We’ve got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business.
When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to:
- Grow your career with tailored development programs
- Thrive your way with flexible work options
- Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team
Metcash Food Service and Convenience business includes a banner of brands that specialise in the supply to wholesale, convenience, foodservice and QSR customers across Australia.
Some of these brands include
Campbells, Superior Food Services, Independent Grocers (NT), Mooloolah River Fisheries, Sealanes, Southern Cross Marines and Global Meats.
Joining the Metcash Food Service and Convenience business means the work you do contributes to brands with real purpose, empowering independent businesses and strengthening local communities across Australia.
About the Opportunity
We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a Business Development Representative to join our Food Service & Convenience Field Sales team. Covering
Launceston and surrounding regions , you will drive profitable sales growth, secure new business opportunities and build strong customer partnerships across FMCG and foodservice categories.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a diverse territory, work directly with customers and use your commercial insight to uncover new markets, introduce new categories and grow existing accounts.
- In this Role
- Deliver targeted new business revenue and profitable sales growth.
- Prospect for new customers across FMCG and foodservice markets.
- Build trusted relationships with customers throughout your territory.
- Identify new categories and solutions that increase customer value.
- Communicate promotional programs and commercial opportunities.
- Manage customer contract pricing and conduct regular reviews.
- Use CRM, customer data and BI sales reports to optimise territory coverage.
- Partner with Telesales, field sales, branch, purchasing and suppliers to deliver excellent customer outcomes.
What are we looking for?
- Sales experience supported by strong customer service capability.
- Previous experience in foodservice or convenience markets.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Effective organisation, call-cycle planning and territory management skills.
- Confidence interpreting sales data and identifying growth opportunities.
- Intermediate Microsoft application skills and familiarity with CRM systems.
- A proactive, results-focused approach to business development.
- Adaptability, collaboration and a commitment to continuous learning
- What’s on offer
- We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:
- Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually
- Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities
- Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers
- Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
- Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited
About Us
Join us and be part of something bigger!
Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125.
We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities.
Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support.
We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability — and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations.
If you need support during the application process, just let us know.
Your privacy and dignity are always respected.
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Business Development Representative employer: Metcash Trading Limited
Metcash is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, perfect for those passionate about event management and large-scale exhibitions. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities while working in a vibrant environment that values innovation and teamwork. Located across Australia and New Zealand, Metcash offers the unique advantage of engaging with diverse partners and retailers, making your role both meaningful and rewarding.
