The Role - this is a 12 month role with potential for extension
As the new
Area Manager- Sydney South
for Evergreen Gardencare and Searles Garden Products you will manage a key territory spanning Sydney South, the South Coast and the ACT. You will build solid relationships with TTHG (Mitre 10) and independent garden retailers while driving category growth through exceptional customer service, merchandising excellence, and instore training. In this role, you will support store level execution of promotions, maintain accurate CRM records, and help maximise brand visibility and sales across your territory.
Responsibilities
Maintain regular territory call cycle & high merchandising standards
Build and enhance strong business relationships with current and new customers
Conduct in-store product training sessions
Manage budgets and KPl's including managing store stock holdings
Assist in executing Head Office arranged promotions at store level and gain maximum exposure for brands via off location displays.
Participate in trade expo and consumer garden shows as required
Maintain and measure accurate customer records in the CRM system
To succeed in this role, you will ideally bring:
You will understand our retail customers and be keen to further grow your career in the sales force
Ideally, you have experience in field sales and merchandising with experience servicing in the FMCG, Hardware and/or Garden industry
Discipline and motivation to work autonomously, with the ability to prioritise your workload
You have excellent presentation and communication skills and can present to small groups




You have strong attention to detail and able to analyse sales data
You have sound computer skills and are proficient with Microsoft Office
You possess a full vehicle driver's licence with an excellent driving history
Ability to travel on a regular basis
Can't slow the grow: Why Searles?
This role includes a competitive remuneration, fully maintained company vehicle and generous bonus structure.
A supportive environment that sparks innovation and nurtures growth.
Dynamic culture programs that include recognition, social events, and health and wellbeing initiatives.
Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities in a workplace that values your growth.
About Us
Evergreen Garden Care is the leading retail garden care company in Europe and Australasia, dedicated to producing high-quality products that help people create better, greener spaces for happier, healthier lives.
We believe in the transformative beauty of green spaces, whether they are vegetable patches, lawns, indoor pots or public park and gardens. Our mission is to inspire and enable anyone, anywhere, to create and maintain a green oasis.




Evergreen Australasia has a proud heritage and offers premium products across several well-known consumer brands, including Scotts, Osmocote, Baileys, Searles, Tui, and Round Up.
Searles has been a trusted name in gardening products for decades, with expertise in composting, fertiliser, and growing media manufacturing. Now a proud part of the Evergreen family, the company is committed to quality, innovation, and sustainability.
Do the Right Thing:
Act with integrity and passion for quality.
Always Better:
Strive for continuous improvement and embrace change.
Winning Together:
Work as a team and create value through collaboration.
Own It:
Deliver on commitments and give the best every day.
We thank you for your time and interest in applying for this role. All applications will be handled confidentially. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are not successful on this occasion, we may keep your details on file for future opportunities. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and background checks including right to work.
Your application will include answers to the following questions:
What customer service experience have you had?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
What experience have you had in roles which required relationship management?
Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
How many years' experience do you have as an Area Manager?
Are you available to travel for this role when required?
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📌 Area Manager - Sydney South
🏢 Sales Activations
📍 Sydney