We are seeking a Senior Van Sales Representative (VSR) who will provide outstanding customer service, contribute to the growth of our business and be a role model within our Van Sales Representative team.

This role is an ideal career pathway to Operations Management and/or Sales Area Management.

The Senior Van Sales Representative will act as the lead Van Sales Representative for North Queensland, modelling operational excellence as well as behaviours in line with Values. It is anticipated that they will average five days per week in the field.

This role will be based from Cairns, and will include responsibility for covering planned and unplanned VSR leave across North Queensland depots. When covering leave outside Cairns, this position will be paid a generous Overnight Allowance, plus accommodation & reasonable expenses.

While the primary purpose of the Van Sales Representative role is to deliver product to customers, it is also responsible for maximising sales on each call. As a result, the remuneration for this role includes a generous sales commission paid on each carton sold as well as monthly bonus commissions when sales targets are achieved.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• First on ground in the field each day, to manage daily routing and resolve any operational issues
• Training and coaching the Van Sales Representative team
• Covering Van Sales Representative leave across North Queensland, visiting customers including cafes, retailers, entertainment venues, aquatic centres, beach kiosks, sporting grounds
• Communicating with the broader North Queensland sales team
• Supporting 3rd Party transport & distributors with operational requirements
• Operational support during Area Manager leave

This position suits a people-oriented person keen to develop frontline sales skills with a successful Australian FMCG business. The video linked below will give you an excellent understanding of the day to day responsibilities of this role.

About You

• Flexibility to regularly travel across North Queensland is essential
• Clean driving record
• MR licence or learner MR (or willingness to obtain one with our support)
• Customer service and/or frontline sales experience
• Motivated and KPI-oriented, with a willingness to learn
• Fit and healthy, with the energy to work a full day plus overtime if necessary

What’s in it for you?

• You will complete a comprehensive training and induction program with experienced team members to set you up for success
• Ongoing coaching to help you grow your skills
• Generous sales commissions and allowances in addition to above-Award base pay
• Potential for career progression, as this role is an ideal steppingstone into Operations Management and/or Sales Area Management

How to apply

To submit your application, please apply with your resume and cover letter.

Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory background check, Blue Card/Criminal History Check, and commercial driver medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Please note we are accepting applications from direct candidates only.

About Us

Peters Ice Cream is Australia's number one ice cream manufacturer, with over 110 years of heritage. We keep ice cream lovers at the heart of everything we do and every product we create. We are proud of our portfolio of iconic brands, such as Drumstick, Maxibon & Connoisseur.