General Manager Retail - APAC (Brisbane City)

About The Role The General Manager Retail Sales (APAC) is responsible for driving sales growth, customer expansion, and profitability across retail, ecommerce, and food service channels throughout the Asia‑Pacific region. Reporting to the Regional General Manager Foods APAC, you will lead regional sales strategies aligned with Hewitt Foods’ growth ambitions and customer‑focused values. Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute APAC retail sales strategies to drive revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion
- Build and strengthen strategic relationships across retail, ecommerce, and food service channels
- Identify new market opportunities and lead product development initiatives aligned with customer needs
- Lead, coach, and develop high‑performing sales teams while driving collaboration across the business
- Monitor sales performance, forecasting, pricing, trade spend, and compliance to optimise commercial outcomes About You You are an experienced commercial leader with a strong track record of delivering sales growth and market expansion within the food or FMCG sector. You bring deep expertise across APAC retail markets and thrive in fast‑paced, customer‑focused environments where collaboration and strategic thinking are highly valued. With strong commercial acumen and leadership capability, you are confident building long‑term customer partnerships, leading high‑performing teams, and identifying opportunities that drive sustainable growth. You are equally comfortable working strategically and operationally to deliver measurable business outcomes. You Will Bring
- Proven success driving sales growth, profitability, and market expansion across APAC
- Experience leading high‑performing, cross‑cultural teams within food or FMCG environments
- Strong strategic, analytical, negotiation, and relationship management skills
- Sound understanding of APAC trade, regulatory, and food safety requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, commerce, marketing or related discipline (MBA preferred) Life at Hewitt With 120 years of family ownership, Hewitt is an iconic Australian agricultural business with a deep commitment to land, livestock and community. Over the past decade, Hewitt has evolved from its livestock production origins into a global, sustainable protein producer, with premium organic and grass‑fed brands stocked by leading retailers across Australia, the United States and Asia. Guided by a vision to feed the world with a system that lasts forever, Hewitt delivers ethical, nutritious protein at global scale. Our fully integrated supply chain – spanning owned cattle stations, trusted producer partners, processing and retail – provides unmatched transparency, quality and resilience, setting Hewitt apart within the global food system. Hewitt is a hands‑on, collaborative business where being present matters. Whether in the office, on station, or in production, you’re contributing to something real: real food, real impact, real teamwork. Join Hewitt for the Opportunity of a Lifetime
- Values‑Driven Organisation – a company with a 120‑year family heritage, a clear purpose, and a long‑term focus on sustainability, animal welfare, and quality.
- Competitive Remuneration Package – fair and transparent pay structure.
- Opportunities to Grow and Develop – learn on the job, gain current skills, and progress across office, production, and farm/station roles.
- Support When You Need It – 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional wellbeing.
- Team Connections – shared celebrations, monthly BBQs, morning teas, staff sales and Employee of the Month recognition across all sites. What’s Next? Ready to join our team? Apply today. In this role, you will help drive commercial growth across a business with strong momentum, premium brands, and ambitious expansion plans. You will have influence, autonomy, and the opportunity to lead strategic customer partnerships and sales initiatives across the APAC region. Application Information Applications Close on: 22 May 2026. Hewitt is committed to equal opportunity employment and to fostering a workplace that values equity, diversity, and respect. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. By applying, you acknowledge that proof of eligibility to work in Australia will be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rtyt3