Job Title:  Territory Manager - AKL North

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #164982 - Auckland, North Island, New Zealand

About Us: Hill’s Pet Nutrition - A Colgate-Palmolive Company

We are not just a company; we’re a global family that dreams big! We are Hill’s - an innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets, and our planet. We are crafting a world where pets thrive through top-notch nutrition where their pet parents smile with glee. 

Our Purpose? Transforming the lives of millions of pets through groundbreaking innovation, outstanding nutrition, and committed people.

Our culture? Built from valuing diversity, sustainability and inclusion which is rooted in our core values of being Caring, Courageous and Inclusive. Employees are rewarded by rich career development and experiences.

The Role - Territory Manager - Auckland North

This position will be responsible to build and maintain positive relationships and provide a direct collaboration with the Veterinary and Pet Retail channel, servicing independent clinics and national key accounts in the Territory (Auckland North  regions - Including North Shore, stretching all the way to Kerikeri)

Following the Territory Management Plan, the successful candidate will represent the Hill's brand through regular visits, meetings and seminars in order to achieve increased distribution, recommendation and sales. This will involve virtual customer engagement alongside in-person sales calls across the Lower North Island.

The ideal candidate has the following skills

• An exceptional sales professional who consistently closes deals with confidence,thrives in a competitive environment,and relentlessly pursues targets to drive outstanding business results.

• Outstanding relationship management skills and customer focus

• High level of self-motivation to increase sales and build business relationships

• Excellent planning and organisational skills and a willingness to embrace change

• Digitally savvy - Google Suite or similar and using digital tools to analyse sales data

How can we help you?

At Hill’s, we are committed to training and developing you to be leaders of tomorrow. Within your first twelve months of the Territory Manager role you will:

• Undergo a comprehensive induction and training program, learning about the company, culture and role

• Develop your insights and experience into the dynamic Vet and Pet channels

• Undergo world class internal sales training to build on your influence and negotiation skills

• Be given the tools and opportunity grow your territory, optimise distribution and develop strong customer relationships

• Attend sales meetings and conferences to connect with your team

What you’ll need

• Bachelor Degree in Business, Marketing, Pharmaceuticals, Veterinary Science or similar field is strongly preferred. 

• Previous sales experience in field sales, veterinary industry, FMCG, pharmaceutical company or nutrition company preferred.

• Proficient computer skills in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and ability to learn company specific tools & programs

• Fluent in English

• Valid driver’s license required

This role offers a competitive remuneration package.

If you think you are the ideal candidate for this position, apply now!

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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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