Sales Operations Lead

As a Sales Operations Lead based at the Dunedin Hub, you’ll be the key link between our global markets and New Zealand-based operations, ensuring customer requirements are delivered while supporting Silver Fern Farms’ broader sales and growth strategies. Working closely with in-market teams, customers, logistics, production scheduling, and sales leadership, you’ll coordinate day-to-day sales execution, manage customer communications, and help deliver exceptional service across your designated market portfolio. You’ll be responsible for analysing pricing and margins, supporting commercial decision-making, coordinating supply chain requirements, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and customer outcomes. You’ll also contribute to market development initiatives, new product opportunities, and strategic growth activities that strengthen Silver Fern Farms’ position in market. We’re looking for someone who combines strong commercial capability with a customer-focused approach, along with: Two years’ experience in sales, account management, commercial operations, or a related role Strong commercial acumen and confidence working with pricing, margins, and market opportunities Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines A proven ability to build and maintain effective customer and stakeholder relationships A customer-first mindset with the ability to take ownership and resolve issues effectively High attention to detail and a proactive approach to continuous improvement Experience within food production, agribusiness, export, or a related industry would be advantageous Te Ahurea / Why Work at Silver Fern Farms? At Silver Fern Farms, we’re committed to Creating Goodness from the Farms the World Needs . That’s not just about what we produce, it’s about how we support our people, communities, and environment. We offer a workplace where you can develop your skills, contribute to a high-performing team, and help shape the future of New Zealand’s leading grass-fed red meat producer. Opportunities to grow and develop your career within a global business Access to discounted staff meat sales Paid sick leave from day one Confidential employee assistance for career, financial, and personal wellbeing A supportive team environment focused on collaboration and continuous improvement Silver Fern Farms welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace with equal opportunities for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr