Area Sales Manager Jobs in New Zealand

• Strategic BDM, South Island role for Award Winning Packaging Company.
• NZ Manufacturer. Renowned for exceptional Quality, Service, Innovation.
• Targeting FMCG manufacturers and leveraging off impressive existing client-base.

As a successful, high-energy, driven and knowledgeable sales professional with proven experience as a BDM in labels, packaging or print in the South Island, you’ll thrive in this role.

You’ll love the management style, enjoy working with a fun and supportive team, and take pride in representing innovative and creative packaging solutions.

Remuneration is designed to attract the best new business acquisition specialist.

WHY WORK HERE

• Join an award-winning, market-leading NZ manufacturer with an acclaimed reputation.
• Provide clients with innovative, high-quality, and environmentally sustainable solutions.
• Benefit from state-of-the-art machinery and ongoing capital investment.
• Collaborate with a talented, supportive team in a positive environment.
• Enjoy autonomy to manage your schedule, coupled with strong career mentorship.
• Competitive salary package with a market-leading base, generous commissions, and a company vehicle.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Drive sales growth with customers in Christchurch and throughout the South Island.
• Prospect and connect with decision-makers in food, cosmetic, and beauty manufacturing sectors.
• Prepare tenders deliver professional presentations and provide samples to influence outcomes.
• Leverage your industry networks and attend events to expand connections and opportunities.
• Connect and manage multi-layered relationships with a focus on client satisfaction and service excellent.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions that align with client brand specifications.
• Provide exceptional account management and development, demonstrating expertise in branding and print management.
• Work from the central Christchurch office, with regular travel across the South Island.

ABOUT YOU
We are seeking a driven, energetic professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance team. To succeed, you will need:

• Proven experience in new business development within print, labels, or packaging manufacturing, or in selling complex product solutions to New Zealand food manufacturers.
• A tenacious, ambitious personality with a strong work ethic and self-motivation.
• A track record of acquiring new business and achieving sales targets.
• The ability to sell on quality and service, not just price.
• Strong stakeholder management skills to nurture and grow long-term client relationships.
• Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Proficiency in computer systems, administration, and reporting.
• Availability to travel and attend after-hours networking events.
• A clean, full NZ driver’s license.
• A Christchurch base with strong South Island networks.
• If you are ready to join this leading company, who can offer all the tools to be incredibly successful,

HOW TO APPLY
Please send your CV to Apply Now below. Word document is preferred. A cover letter is not required.

Due to market sensitivity, full company details will only be disclosed after signing a confidentiality agreement. Your details will remain strictly confidential and will not be shared without your express permission (post-interview with Kings Recruitment).
New Year start date (flexible to fit in with your notice period and holidays).
Interviewing NOW – don’t wait! Interviews can be held at your convenience.
Please note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within five working days.
We are unable to consider overseas applicants at this time.
Your contact for this role is Chanelle Bryan at 09 600 5151 or chanelle@kingsrecruitment.co.nz.