Sales Manager- Organic Vegetable Farm

We’re looking for an experienced, proactive Sales Manager to lead our sales systems, customer relationships, and daily order coordination — while juggling the realities of a diverse, seasonal product range.

• Manage weekly sales: generate orders, liaise with customers, and ensure targets are realistic and achievable for the team
• Prepare daily crop availability lists and forecast upcoming harvests
• Set pricing and track sales performance
• Adapt to seasonal changes in crop availability and plan proactively (40+ crop lines each with unique storage, packing, and delivery needs)
• Find sales outlets for excess produce and explore new customer channels
• Monitor market trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly
• Deliver exceptional customer service and accurate, on-time order fulfilment
• Create monthly reports and track progress against KPIs
• Support compliance with organic certification, traceability, and accurate record-keeping
• Collaborate on basic marketing efforts where needed (e.g. newsletters, product updates, small campaigns)
• Train, supervise or delegate to admin support staff where applicable
• Oversee the operations from exiting the Packhouse till they reach the customer

• Proven experience in sales or account management
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Able to manage a number of tasks on the go at once, and prioritize according to urgency
• Confidence using Excel, Xero, and email/CRM systems
• Experience setting and achieving sales targets
• Strong numeracy skills — confident working with pricing, margins, and reports
• Calm under pressure and able to manage stressful situations
• Awareness of the demands of seasonal farming and availability to work extended hours during peak periods.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to pitch in across the business
• Ability to supervise or delegate tasks to admin/logistics staff if needed

• Full-time (40+ hours/week) — flexibility required during busy periods
• Pay: $32–$35/hour, depending on experience
• Based on-farm near Leeston, Canterbury

• Be part of a values-led, forward-thinking organic farm
• Join a collaborative and experienced team
• Help grow a successful, ethical local food system
• Bonus organic vegetables and staff discounts on brought-in items

Apply here, or send your CV and a cover letter to hello@streamsideorganics.co.nz alongside 2 references

We’ll begin interviewing candidates as they apply. The position will remain open until filled.