Area Manager

As the Area Sales Manager for our Food team you will interact with a diverse group of IGA retailers. Drive store standards, sell initiatives to improve their business, develop strategies and enhance and support customer service and safety standards.

• What you'll do

Build and develop working relationships with your retailers and become their conduit between the retailer and the Metcash state office

Be able to influence retailers to support them in creating profitable and sustainable businesses

Drive operational excellence and ensure store standards as well as pricing and promotional compliance is met

Ensure product, pricing, ranging and service levels are met

Drive and review sales plans and support promotional activities or events with your retailer

This role covers South West Metro

Grocery retail management knowledge and sales experience in the retail supermarket sector at store manager or muti-site level

Strong understanding of Fresh and Produce in terms of food safety and compliance, product knowledge etc.

Expertise in drawing consumer and store insights from data to inform and conduct business management, strategic planning, and problem-solving in the retailer supermarket sector

Influencing skills and ability to rapidly establish trust and build relations with retailers

The ability to demonstrate effective promotional and sales skills

An opportunity to help our independents be the best they can

Work with a collaborative and supportive team

Career opportunities

Benefits! Extra leave days just for you; corporate health benefits and loads more

At Metcash Food, we're the power behind local business, proudly supplying over 1600 independently owned stores in every corner of Australia and New Zealand. With a range of trusted independent brands like IGA, Foodland and Campbells / C-Store, our stores sit at the heart of their communities, providing locals with the products they love most.

So, roll up your sleeves and bring your best self to work and we'll give you the support you need to develop a rewarding career and make your mark on the future of retail.

Make Your Mark!