Key Account Manager - Foodstuffs South Island

Location:  Auckland

Type of Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About us

When you join DB Breweries, you join the global HEINEKEN family, where everyone is encouraged to be themselves, contribute their ideas, learn and grow as part of one of the largest beer and cider brewing companies in the world spanning 70 countries. 

We believe diverse views make great brews, and the vibe in our team is very much reflected in our four values: PASSION for consumers and customers, CARE for people and planet, ENJOYMENT of life, and COURAGE to dream and pioneer. 

We offer a great range of benefits and a positive, inclusive culture, including:

• Free health, life, and income protection insurance.


• 5% employer KiwiSaver contribution.


• Monthly allowance of beer, cider, RTDs, or alcohol‑free beverages.


• Generous employee discount at Star Hospitality venues.


• Enjoyment of Life leave — an extra paid day each year to do something you love


• Generous parental leave provisions


• Free confidential counselling.


• Digital wills, feminine hygiene products, retail discounts.


• Commitment to Fair Pay through Mind the Gap and the Pacific Pay Gap Inquiry.

About the role

As Key Account Manager - Foodstuffs South Island, you’ll own the delivery of the Foodstuffs South Island account, developing and executing account plans and driving strong commercial outcomes across the New World, Pak'nSave and Four-Square South Island banners. Reporting to the National Sales Manager - Grocery, you’ll lead the Head Office relationships for Foodstuffs South Island, working cross‑functionally to deliver profitable growth through best‑in‑class execution, planning and customer engagement. You’ll also lead and develop a Key Account Executive, supporting capability and ensuring delivery of key account priorities.

What you will be doing: 

• Deliver volume, value, profit, trade spend and market share targets across Foodstuffs South Island


• Develop and execute the account plan aligned to the national Grocery strategy and commercial priorities


• Lead day-to-day customer relationships, building strong partnerships across key stakeholders


• Drive excellence in NPD and promotional execution to maximise growth and return on investment


• Implement agreed trading terms and identify opportunities to optimise performance within commercial frameworks


• Develop and deliver the promotional calendar, using analysis and insights to improve ROI


• Work closely with the South Island based field team to ensure priorities are clearly communicated and executed in store


• Work cross‑functionally with Category, Supply Chain and Finance to deliver aligned customer outcomes


• Provide clear, timely performance reporting and actionable insights to the business


• Ensure strong alignment between account plans and S&OP processes, supporting accurate forecasting and execution


• Lead, coach and develop a Key Account Executive, building capability and supporting performance


• This role will be based in Auckland and require regular travel to the South Island (approx. one x overnight per month)

What you’ll bring:

• Experience within FMCG Grocery, either as a Key Account Manager or a high-performing Key Account Executive ready to step up


• Strong commercial acumen, with experience contributing to delivery of P&L outcomes


• Proven ability to manage customer relationships and deliver results in a fast-paced environment


• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to translate data into clear actions


• Ability to work cross‑functionally and build alignment across internal teams


• High level of organisation, ownership and attention to detail


• Experience with Foodstuffs and category management tools (NIQ) preferred

Apply today and take the next step in your career with DB Breweries.

Please note: We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies for this role.