Trents Sales Representative (Franz Josef, West Coast, NZ, 9012)
About us:
Trents are a significant player in the South Island foodservice and retail convenience markets. We have branches and teams across the South Island looking after regional and national customers. We pride ourselves on our wide range of quality products, great team, dynamic culture and commitment to excellent customer service.
We are part of Foodstuffs South Island, our 100% kiwi-owned and operated cooperative that supports the brands that we all know and love - PAKânSAVE, New World, Four Square, and On the Spot - as well as our Trents customers.About the role: As a Trents Sales Representative, youâll build strong relationships and identify opportunities, working closely with existing customers while actively developing new business within your territory.
Youâll play a key part in growing market share across the foodservice and convenience channels, ensuring customers receive exceptional service and tailored solutions that support their success.
If you enjoy being on the road, building relationships and spotting opportunities to grow sales, this is a great opportunity to join a high-performing and supportive team.
Key responsibilities:
Managing a portfolio of accounts to drive ongoing sales growth through high service levels and strong relationships
Identifying and securing new business opportunities across your territory
Developing and executing a territory sales plan to deliver revenue and gross profit targets
Building trusted relationships with customers and members to support long-term growth
Identifying sales gaps and growth opportunities using reporting tools and customer insights
Maintaining a structured call cycle to ensure regular and effective customer management
About you: Youâre a driven and personable sales professional who enjoys building relationships and delivering results. Youâre proactive, organised and confident identifying opportunities to grow existing accounts and new business. Ideally youâll also have:
Experience in sale, account management, business development or customer service environments
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust quickly
A proactive approach to identifying and converting sales opportunities
Solid organisation skills, with the ability to manage busy territory
Confidence using CRM tools and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to deliver mutually beneficial outcomes
Why join us?
The opportunity to begin a career with a company that fosters personal development and encourages internal promotion
Ongoing training and development opportunities
An excellent work environment with a competitive remuneration package, including medical insurance (after a qualifying period)
Discounted purchasing at Trents and other merchants
How to apply: Ready to take on the challenge? We'd love to hear from you â apply now.
Applications close on the 12 April 2026 and will only be accepted via our careers site.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team at [email protected].
Apply Now
We are part of Foodstuffs South Island, our 100% kiwi-owned and operated cooperative that supports the brands that we all know and love - PAKânSAVE, New World, Four Square, and On the Spot - as well as our Trents customers.About the role: As a Trents Sales Representative, youâll build strong relationships and identify opportunities, working closely with existing customers while actively developing new business within your territory.
Youâll play a key part in growing market share across the foodservice and convenience channels, ensuring customers receive exceptional service and tailored solutions that support their success.
If you enjoy being on the road, building relationships and spotting opportunities to grow sales, this is a great opportunity to join a high-performing and supportive team.
Key responsibilities:
Managing a portfolio of accounts to drive ongoing sales growth through high service levels and strong relationships
Identifying and securing new business opportunities across your territory
Developing and executing a territory sales plan to deliver revenue and gross profit targets
Building trusted relationships with customers and members to support long-term growth
Identifying sales gaps and growth opportunities using reporting tools and customer insights
Maintaining a structured call cycle to ensure regular and effective customer management
About you: Youâre a driven and personable sales professional who enjoys building relationships and delivering results. Youâre proactive, organised and confident identifying opportunities to grow existing accounts and new business. Ideally youâll also have:
Experience in sale, account management, business development or customer service environments
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust quickly
A proactive approach to identifying and converting sales opportunities
Solid organisation skills, with the ability to manage busy territory
Confidence using CRM tools and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to deliver mutually beneficial outcomes
Why join us?
The opportunity to begin a career with a company that fosters personal development and encourages internal promotion
Ongoing training and development opportunities
An excellent work environment with a competitive remuneration package, including medical insurance (after a qualifying period)
Discounted purchasing at Trents and other merchants
How to apply: Ready to take on the challenge? We'd love to hear from you â apply now.
Applications close on the 12 April 2026 and will only be accepted via our careers site.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team at [email protected].
Apply Now