Job Description

Nomad Distribution is looking for a chef, former chef or experienced food/hospitality professional ready to move into a broader commercial role.

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The position has a clear structure: three days in the field, one day in the office and one day working with our warehouse and operations team.

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Your main focus will be developing existing foodservice and selected retail accounts, while building new business across Sydney. You will work directly with chefs, owners, managers and buyers - understanding their businesses, introducing relevant products, conducting tastings and identifying opportunities to grow accounts.

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The role

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- Manage and develop existing foodservice and retail customers
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- Identify and open current accounts
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- Conduct regular face-to-face visits, tastings and product presentations
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- Work with chefs on product selection, applications and menu opportunities
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- Follow up sales opportunities and maintain accurate CRM records
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- Monitor customer activity and identify opportunities for growth
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- Learn the import process, including product and shipping documentation, stock arrivals and availability
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- Work with the warehouse team to understand receiving, storage, stock rotation, picking and dispatch
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- Provide useful feedback on customers, competitors and market activity
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Who we're looking for

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You understand food and the hospitality industry and are comfortable dealing with chefs, owners and buyers.

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Previous sales experience is an advantage, but food knowledge, communication skills, organisation and the ability to build strong customer relationships are equally important.

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You will need to work independently in the field, follow opportunities through and be willing to learn the operational and commercial sides of the business.

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A current driver's licence and regular travel throughout Sydney are required.

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As your product knowledge and commercial experience develop, there is scope to take greater responsibility across key accounts, territory development, new products and supplier projects.

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We're looking for someone who knows food, understands customers and wants to become an important part of the business.

📌 Foodservice & Retail Product Specialist (New South Wales)
🏢 Nomad Distribution
📍 New South Wales