An established national foodservice business is investing heavily in Queensland - and this newly created opportunity is central to that growth.

After strong national momentum, QLD has been identified as a priority market. Tender wins with major venues are gaining traction, monthly volumes are growing, and there’s a clear pathway to significantly scale performance across the state.

We’re looking for a driven, hands-on Account Manager to help accelerate that journey.

If you’re a relationship builder with some experience (or an interest in building a career in) Food Service / Food Distribution – read on for more details…

The Opportunity

This role sits within the Foodservice division, working closely alongside trading, distribution and sales teams to deliver excellent customer service, retention and growth across valued accounts.

You won’t be sitting behind a desk - this is a highly customer-facing, relationship-led role where success comes from being on the road, building trust, and driving pull-through demand.

Package:

$100,000-$120,000 base + super
$15,000 Car Allowance
Fuel Card 
10% discretionary annual bonus 

You will:

• Manage and grow the QLD portfolio, working closely with foodservice distributors and their sales teams
• Conduct ride-alongs with reps and build rapport at branch level through lots of face-to-face time.
• Be a product offering expert,
• Present to end users and corporate customers to support tender pitches and new customer wins
• Use sales and margin data to identify growth opportunities and achieve personal & team targets
• Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, procurement and finance

Why This Role is Different

• QLD is currently building exceptional momentum - there is high opportunity in the region.
• The business is winning major tenders and making a visible mark in the market.
• Leadership is hands-on and invested.
• There is strong autonomy in how you approach your territory.
• You’ll be supported by highly experienced colleagues nationally, an excellent place to learn the ropes and establish a long-term career!

What We’re Looking For

Experience in a customer facing role within Foodservice or Distribution is ideal, but a key focus is placed on attitude, humility, and hunger over industry experience.

You might be:

• A junior-to-mid level Account Manager in foodservice, food distribution, FMCG, or any other industry.
• Experienced within chilled/frozen categories
• Someone who enjoys being on the road and in front of customers
• A relationship builder who earns trust quickly
• Motivated, coachable and commercially curious

Essential Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience in sales/account management  
• Strong track record of achieving sales / margin related targets
• Strong communication and presentation skills, confident client facing
• Valid Australian driver’s licence
• Ability to travel throughout Queensland and working autonomously.

If you’re a commercially minded relationship builder who wants autonomy, visibility, and the chance to grow a long-term career in foodservice – reach out asap!

pbarratt@sharpandcarter.com.au