About Reduce to Clear

Reduced to Clear was founded in 2008, with a vision to minimise food wastage and to ultimately help New Zealand families stretch their grocery budgets and save money on their favourite food brands each week.

Reduce to Clear ultimately takes surplus or clearance stock from suppliers, importers and manufacturers and sells it at heavily discounted prices to the public. 

With 14 stores around the North Island and one store in Christchurch, Reduced to Clear carries all kinds of bargains from frozen product, yoghurt and cheeses to chocolate and drinks and general merchandise.  New stock arrives daily, and most items are up to 50 – 80% off normal RRP.

Role overview:

Reduced to Clear is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Category Manager to join its collaborative team. This Category Manager will focus on the strategic development of the Core division which broadens the Clearance division by offering everyday grocery staple items for sale.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for the Core division, with a focus on analysing market trends, consumer behaviour and competitor activity. 
• Source new suppliers to meet strategic category development opportunities. 
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure favourable terms can be negotiated.
• Ensure product quality aligns with brand standards and customer expectations.
• Set competitive pricing strategies that balance profitability with customer value.
• Analyse competitors pricing regularly ensuring ongoing seasonal products remain competitive.
• Collaborate with supplier and marketing team to develop promotional campaigns that drive category performance.  
• Conduct regular range reviews to identify strategic sourcing opportunities.
• Track sales, profitability and stock levels across assigned categories.
• Work cross functionally with Operations, Marketing, Finance and Logistics to align category strategies with broader business goals.

Key requirements:

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in category management, strategic sourcing, or a related role within the FMCG sector.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiations and category growth. 
• Experience in data analysis and performance reporting. 
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. 
• Customer centric approach with a focus on delivering value.

If you are looking to join a fantastic New Zealand owned company with a core focus on making a meaningful impact on everyday kiwis’ lives, this could be the role for you.  Please apply for the role now or contact Erin Donkin at erind@huntercampbell.co.nz for further information.

About the role:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Field Sales Manager to join a leading beverage manufacturer. Based in Auckland, this pivotal role focuses on leadership, coaching, and achieving sales excellence within the Auckland and Northland regions. Reporting to the National Field Sales Manager, you will inspire a team of Territory Managers to exceed customer expectations and deliver business objectives across grocery and retail accounts. 

Key responsibilities:

• Translate business and channel strategies into actionable plans for your sales team.
• Provide clear objectives, priorities, and measurement for your team’s success.
• Develop and implement a regional culture plan, fostering growth and development.
• Support career progression through structured planning and coaching.
• Enhance customer satisfaction through effective activation of channel and brand plans.
• Build strong customer relationships, ensuring service levels and contractual obligations are met.
• Identify opportunities to grow market share and implement tailored plans for success.
• Manage expiring contracts and renegotiate within agreed financial parameters.

Key requirements: 

• Proven success as a field sales professional in the FMCG industry.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience directly managing, coaching and developing high-performing teams.
• Commercial acumen and an understanding of the hospitality and retail sectors.
• A full New Zealand driver’s license (mandatory).
• Tertiary qualification in Business or Commerce (preferred).

What’s in it for you?

• Be part of a values-driven organisation committed to excellence and innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression in a fast-paced environment.
• The chance to make a tangible impact in a highly regarded company.

If you’re passionate about driving results, building relationships, and developing teams, we want to hear from you. Field sales management experience in key for this one.  Get in touch with Sindy Ward on sindyw@huntercampbell.co.nz.