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About Us

GWF is one of the largest food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites. GWF’s product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products and animal feed. GWF’s business units include Tip Top, DON, Yumi's, MAURI and Jasol.

DON’s heritage goes back to the late 1800’s. Since the beginning, we have been passionate about crafting great-tasting meat products that Australians love. We produce ham, bacon, salami, smallgoods, and fresh pork.
  
We take great pride in our skills, techniques and brands, which have evolved over more than a century. We’ve grown from a small family business to become one of Australia’s largest food manufacturers, now part of the GWF group.
  
DON is also a leading Australian employer with offices and facilities in metropolitan and regional locations across the country. We take pride in being a responsible employer and a great place to work. We offer a safe and supportive environment where everyone can achieve their full potential.

About the Role

We are seeking a National Account Executive to join our Fresh Growth Markets channel, based in our Docklands office.  This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to progress in their sales career and work in a channel experiencing rapid change and transformational growth.

You will be the lead contact for P&C Customers, responsible for implementing business plans & promotional programs, forecasting and stock management.  You will also support the growth of other emerging market accounts, including Aldi, Costco, and clearance customers. For these channels, you will work closely with the National Channel Manager on the development of business plans, promotional strategies and trade spend budgeting.

Responsibilities

• P&C Account Management, including full P&L responsibility
• Management of promotional programs
• Administrative support for price increases and new lines
• Annual Plan Forecasting support and administration
• Data analysis and reporting
• Maintain accurate data in promotional systems and reporting platforms
• Supply Chain communication with key business partners
• Support the development of presentations, range reviews, pricing, and new product launches

Why Join Us
  
When you work at DON, not only will you be part of a community crafting iconic products that people love, you will also enjoy a safe and supportive environment where you can be your authentic self, advance in your career if you choose to, be recognised and rewarded for your contributions, and make a positive difference in the community.
  
We also work hard to ensure the programs and benefits we offer are competitive and reflect the needs and preferences of our people. They include (among others):

• Flexible work arrangements
• Community partnerships and initiatives, inc. 2 volunteer days per year
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Discounted products
• Training and development programs
• Global career opportunities
• Various recognition programs and rewards, including an end of year celebration
• Health and wellness initiatives
• Study Assistance

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic, action oriented and driven individual, looking for the next step in their career. You will have:

• 1–3 years’ experience in sales or commercial administration, with customer facing experience highly desirable
• Ambition to learn and develop
• Strong administration skills,  including strong attention to detail and organisational capabilities
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Confidence in presenting information to key stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships internally and externally.
• Passion for food, sales, and building a long-term career in commercial roles.
• Degree qualification in Business, Commerce or Marketing is desirable but not mandatory

Applications

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking on the ‘Apply' button.

At DON and George Weston Foods, we are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace inclusion and diversity and celebrate what makes us unique. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the provision of a safe and healthy work environment. So we can get to know you in the best possible way, we're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs. Please let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process via email to donpeopleandperformance@gwf.com.au.

Applicants for this position may be required to undertake pre-employment screening tests including a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol tests, and a security/background check, which may also include a criminal record check. Proof of eligibility to work is required for all successful applicants.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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