A bit about your role
As the Sales Manager, you will play a key role in delivering EasiYo’s strategic growth objectives by driving sustainable, profitable sales across retail and foodservice channels in New Zealand, Australia, and target markets in Asia. You’ll manage existing accounts, identify new opportunities, and work closely with the Marketing Manager to deliver category growth through demand creation.
Reporting directly to the General Manager – North Island, you’ll collaborate with internal teams including Marketing, Finance, and Logistics, while building strong relationships with external partners such as distributors, brokers, and key customers.
A bit about you
You are a proven sales professional with experience in customer-facing roles within retail, wholesale, or foodservice environments. You bring strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to balance customer needs with business objectives. You’re proactive, adaptable, and motivated to seek out new opportunities, particularly in the foodservice channel.
Your ability to build effective relationships, manage trade spend, and deliver results will set you apart. Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally is essential, along with exceptional communication skills and a positive, solutions-focused approach.
A bit about the organisation
EasiYo is the number one brand in the make-at-home yogurt category, founded in New Zealand in 1992 and now a strong international consumer brand. With headquarters and manufacturing in Auckland and operations in the UK, EasiYo exports to markets across the UK, Europe, Australia, USA, and Asia.
EasiYo is part of the Yili Oceania group, owned by Yili – one of China’s largest dairy companies. Together with Westland Milk Products, Oceania Dairy, Pure Nutrition, and Canary Foods, the group produces over 170,000mt of finished goods annually, driving revenue well in excess of $1.3B – and growing.
Where to from here?
We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all of the above qualifications. No one ever meets 100% of the requirements. We look forward to your application!
Please submit your application through our careers page at westlandcareers.co.nz. For further details, please refer to the accompanying position description available on the site.
Applications close on 4th January 2026. Please note that this advertisement may close earlier than the listed closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may be conducted earlier than the closing date.
Applicants must have valid work rights in New Zealand to be considered.
Job DetailsReference # 33432
Posted on 12 Dec 2025
Closes on 04 Jan 2026 21:00
Location(s) EasiYo Auckland
Expertise Sales \& Marketing
Job level(s) Experienced, Management
Work type(s) Permanent