As recruitment consultants specialising in technical and commercial roles, we’re working closely with a well-established food and life science ingredients business to help them secure a high-calibre Account and Product Manager.

This is a senior, hands-on role for someone who enjoys owning customer relationships, developing product groups, and working at the intersection of science, sales and strategy.


What you will do:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of key B2B customers across food, beverage and related industries
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing and new accounts
• Act as the commercial and technical interface between customers, suppliers and internal teams
• Own designated product groups, including business planning, forecasting and supplier liaison
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial terms, and manage CRM reporting
• Stay close to market trends, competitor activity and customer needs

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience in B2B technical sales, account management or product management
• Background in food science, food technology or a related discipline is a strong advantage
• Strong relationship builder who can engage credibly with technical and commercial stakeholders
• Commercially astute, organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• High level of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality

What’s in it for you:

• A senior, visible role with real influence over customers and product strategy
• Exposure to innovative ingredients and well-regarded international supply partners
• A collaborative, values-driven culture with strong technical backing
• Opportunity to grow a portfolio and leave a lasting commercial impact

How to apply
Click APPLY NOW we look forward to seeing your CV.  We'll be back in the office from the 12th of Jan and will begin to review CVs that month. 

To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, or resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

Scitex specialises in permanent, contract and temporary recruitment – and has done so since 1987. We are here to engineer better Mondays.
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