Sales Manager

Sales & Program Management

• Execute seasonal sales plans and
  manage the rate of sales for preferred customers.
  
• Facilitate the selling of fruit
  into the correct market segments to maximize profit margins.
  
• Provide actionable market insights
  and competitor analysis to the management team
  
• New Business Development with any in
  market targeted marketing activities to support the development of the OZblu
  brand
  

Supply Chain & Logistics Excellence

• Coordinate end-to-end logistics
  for customers, ensuring strict adherence to "On-Time" delivery
  requirements.
  
• Manage freight costs and maintain
  a competitive understanding of the freight market.
  
• Collaborate with freight vendor
  partners to streamline the shipping process.
  

Sales Administration & Finance

• Manage the full lifecycle of the
  sales process in our ERP system.
  
• Ensure accurate costing,
  acknowledge purchase orders, and manage account sales/debtors.
  
• Assess and process claims with a
  fair and detail-oriented approach.
  

Relationship Management

• Act as the primary daily contact
  for clients, ensuring their needs are met with tact and discretion.
  
• Support growers by providing
  real-time feedback on stock, pricing, and market conditions.
  
• Collaborate with the marketing
  team on brand-building activities and sample benchmarking.
  

Requirements

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Logistics, International Trade or similar (ideal)
  
• Proven track record as a Sales Manager within Fruit industry
  
• Strong experience dealing with major retail chain
  
• Deep understanding of fruit marketing and product knowledge
  
• Strong commercial acumen with pricing and profitability management experience
  
• Exceptional relationship-building skills
  
• Target-driven mindset with resilience under pressure
  Highly organised, structured, and detail-oriented approach
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in MS
  Office (especially Excel). Experience with NetSuite or iTrade will put you at
  the top of our list.
  

• Strategic Influence – Play a key role in shaping and executing regional and global sales strategy
  
• Growth Opportunity – Be part of a business focused on expansion and market leadership
  
• Industry Impact – Work within a premium, high-demand fresh produce category
  
• Autonomy & Ownership – Take ownership of key accounts and drive measurable results
  
• Brand Leadership – Represent a respected brand committed to excellence and grower returns
  
• Dynamic Environment – Engage with retailers, growers, and international stakeholders
  

This is more than a sales role — it’s an opportunity to lead growth in one of most exciting fresh produce sectors

Benefits