Area Sales Manager (Mt Hagen)
Join PNG’s Largest Food Manufacturer
Paradise Foods Limited is looking for an enthusiastic, results-driven and motivated Area Sales Manager to join our Sales Team based in Mt Hagen. Reporting directly to the Regional Sales Manager, this role is responsible for driving sales growth, leading high-performing sales teams and building strong relationships with customers across the Highlands region.
The successful candidate will ensure sales targets are achieved while effectively managing sales representatives and merchandisers, developing new business opportunities and maintaining excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Administration
- Ensure reliable and accurate sales data is collected and reported
- Prepare regular sales and market reports for management
- Monitor competitor pricing and sales performance
Operations
- Ensure all sales promotions are executed according to plan
- Manage company assets including vehicles and freezers, ensuring they are maintained in good working condition
- Report maintenance and repair requirements promptly
Financial Management
- Ensure promotional activities remain within approved budgets
- Maintain strict control of sales and promotional materials
- Ensure products and promotional items are distributed according to approved plans
Business Development
- Identify, develop and secure new business opportunities
- Grow market share within the assigned territory
Customer Relationships
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, retailers and wholesalers
- Work closely with warehouse and distribution teams to ensure timely product deliveries
- Lead, motivate and support sales representatives and merchandisers to achieve business objectives
Skills and Qualifications
The successful applicant should possess:
- Tertiary qualification in Business or a related field
- Minimum of 3–4 years’ experience in a similar sales management role
- Relevant business or sales accreditation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership, coaching and team development abilities
- High attention to detail
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment
- Self-motivated with excellent relationship-building skills
- Strong focus on achieving sales targets and delivering results
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
- Health insurance and other employee benefits
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Ongoing learning and professional development
Apply Now
If you believe you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit your application, including a cover letter and current CV, no later than Friday, 17 July 2026.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Manager
Paradise Foods Limited
PO Box 1624
Port Moresby, NCD
