About this role
<p><img alt="Metcash | Australiaâs leading wholesale distribution and marketing company" src="https://mars-metcdn-com.global.ssl.fastly.net/content/uploads/sites/101/2017/11/26152025/metcash-ltd-small-logo-right.png"></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. We’ve got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to:</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Grow your career with tailored development programs</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Thrive your way with flexible work options</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">At Metcash Food, we’re the power behind local business, proudly supplying over 1600 independently owned stores in every corner of Australia and New Zealand. With trusted brands like IGA, Foodland and Campbells, our stores sit at the heart of their communities, providing locals with the products and homegrown produce they love most.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">About the Opportunity</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">We have a fantastic opportunity to join Metcash as an <strong>RMS (Retail Merchandising Services) Territory Manager</strong> – based in Gepps Cross.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Are you ready to drive sustainable wholesale and retail sales while strategically representing the best interests of Metcash, retailers, and vendor partners? We are seeking a talented Merchandiser to join our dynamic team and make a real impact.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">The RMS Territory Manager requires intrastate travel; a TOT will be provided. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">In this Role </span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Negotiate terms with retailers and determine service levels, hours and frequency</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Connect and liaise with key vendor partners to ensure opportunities are maximised for the vendor and retailers</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Resource allocation of service hours and frequency by store, ensuring call cycle efficiencies</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Train, coach and mentor merchandisers</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Partner with the National and State Merchandise teams providing feedback and category insights</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Assist with category strategies and range review execution</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Negotiate merchandise funding to credit retailers for discontinued stock</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Partner with the Sales and Project teams ensuring alignment to best serve and maximise opportunities for retailers </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif;background-color:white"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif;color:black;background-color:white">You’re Likely a Match If</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Previous industry experience in the FMCG environment</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Demonstrated success in influencing and negotiating with key stakeholders</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Experience working to deadlines and managing changing priorities in a fast-paced environment</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with key stakeholders</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">A customer-centric mindset and the ability to deliver exceptional service.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">What’s on offer</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:</span></p> <p style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Segoe UI Emoji', sans-serif">🏖️</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually</span></p> <p style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Segoe UI Emoji', sans-serif">📚</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities</span></p> <p style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Segoe UI Emoji', sans-serif">👶</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers</span></p> <p style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Segoe UI Emoji', sans-serif">🌈</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion</span></p> <p style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Segoe UI Emoji', sans-serif">⚖️</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025) </span></p> <p style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Segoe UI Emoji', sans-serif">🧠</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia</span></p> <p style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Segoe UI Emoji', sans-serif">🏡</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">About Us </span></strong></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><em><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Join us and be part of something bigger!</span></em></strong></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support. </span></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability — and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><em><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> </span></em></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-align:right"><em><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">#LI-SO1</span></em></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-align:right"><em><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif">#INFLA</span></em></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-align:right"><em><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Gill Sans MT', sans-serif"> #Remote</span></em></p><p style="float:left"><img src="https://mars-metcdn-com.global.ssl.fastly.net/content/uploads/sites/101/2017/11/26152025/metcash-ltd-small-logo-right.png"></p>