Territory Manager | South Auckland
Are you a natural people person who thrives on building strong relationships with key accounts? As our Territory Manager based in the South Auckland Region (goes as far south as Pokeno, no overnight trip) - you’ll be the face of alt. within your territory. On the road most days, you’ll visit customers on a regular call cycle, becoming their go-to contact and driving growth across the region. Ideally you will be based in Manukau/Papakura/Mangere/Pukekohe areas.
About Alt
At Alt, we’re on a mission to create a smoke-free Aotearoa by offering a smarter, science-backed alternative to traditional smoking. We’re proudly New Zealand-owned, and everything we do – from product design to sustainability initiatives – reflects our bold, homegrown spirit.
We’re leading the way with initiatives like VapeCycle, New Zealand’s first vape recycling programme, alongside a strong focus on quality, customer care, and community wellbeing.
We’re proud to be Rainbow Tick accredited, a Wellbeing Tick Culture Check participant, and a Retail Employer of the Year 2025 Finalist – a reflection of our commitment to diversity, sustainability, and a workplace where people genuinely thrive.
About the Role
We’re looking for an ambitious sales professional with a drive for success and the commercial aptitude to match. This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate, results-driven, and knows how to build strong customer relationships. Your proactive approach and competitive spirit will empower you to take full ownership of the territory – increasing sales volume and product range, ensuring optimal store execution, and collaborating closely with customers to drive mutual growth.
You’ll think strategically about your selling approach, understand your customers’ needs, and deliver exceptional results across the Independent GR / SVR (Specialised Vape Retailer) channels in your territory.
What you’ll do:
Develop long-term, strategic relationships with key customers across Independent GR / SVR (Specialised Vape Retailer)
Win new business within your territory
Monitor and analyse territory performance on a monthly and quarterly basis, identifying opportunities for growth
Deliver to volume and ranging KPIs
Understand channel priorities and execute with exceptional planning and precision
Ensure compliance with in-store standards, prime positioning, and New Zealand regulations
Drive execution of commercial and strategic plans
Educate customers on our product portfolio and categories
About You
You bring proven experience in Sales, Account Management, or Territory/Area Management. FMCG experience is a strong advantage.
You are:
A natural people person with the ability to build strong working relationships across a variety of stakeholders
A solution-based thinker with excellent communication skills
Tech-savvy, self-motivated, and comfortable working autonomously
Highly organised with strong time management and attention to detail
An enthusiastic go-getter who performs well under pressure
A natural hunter with the drive to win new business and the resilience to get there
Prepared to visit customers on foot as well as via company car (overnight travel required)
A full New Zealand driver’s licence holder
Your Benefits
Competitive base salary
Achievable KPI bonus scheme
Paid birthday leave
Company vehicle + fuel card
iPhone + iPad: tools of the trade
Access to learning and development training and online courses
KiwiSaver scheme
Health insurance
Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) services
5 and 10 year service holiday on us!
Find out more about us at www.getalt.co.nz.
Employer questions
- Do you have FMCG marketing experience?
- How far are you willing to travel for work?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
- How many years' experience do you have as a territory manager?
- Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
- Do you have experience in a sales role?
- How many years' experience do you have in a client services / account management role?
- What's your expected annual base salary?
Company profile
At VAPO, we’re on a mission to help New Zealand go smoke-free, and we’re doing it through innovation, premium eco-conscious products, and a retail experience people actually love.
We’re proud to be Rainbow Tick accredited, Wellbeing Tick Culture Check approved, and a 2025 Retail Employer of the Year Finalist — proof of our commitment to inclusivity, sustainability, and a workplace where people thrive. Our modern, welcoming stores are powered by a tight-knit team driven by passion, purpose, and big ideas. Whether you're just starting out or ready to take the lead, if you’ve got great energy and a customer-first mindset, we want to hear from you.
VAPO is more than a brand — it’s a movement.