Job Description

Sales Representative – South Korea (Contract to Full-Time Opportunity)
Exotic Chillies – Australian Based, Expanding into South Korea

Exotic Chillies is an established Australian company dedicated to producing premium, pure chilli pastes for chefs, manufacturers, and food professionals. As part of our international growth strategy, we are seeking a Sales Representative based in South Korea to lead our market entry and build strong, lasting relationships with new clients.

About the Role
This is a newly created role, offered initially on a contract basis with the opportunity to progress into a full-time position for the right candidate. The successful applicant will:

Source and secure new customers, with a primary focus on bulk chilli paste sales.
Build, develop, and maintain strong client relationships.
Represent Exotic Chillies with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm.
Operate independently while maintaining close communication with our Australian headquarters.

What We’re Looking For

Fluency in both Korean and English (written and spoken).
Proven sales experience, ideally within the food or manufacturing sector.
A strong understanding of the South Korean food industry.
Experience in trading with Australia is highly regarded, particularly within the food sector.
Self-motivated, reliable, and capable of working autonomously.
Excellent communication and relationship management skills.

Our Commitment
At Exotic Chillies, we understand that the key to success in business is having the right people on our team. We are committed to working closely with the successful candidate and investing in their professional development to ensure they have the skills and support needed to thrive in this role.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to represent a growing Australian brand in an exciting new market.
Play a pivotal role in the company’s expansion into South Korea.
Flexible contract arrangement with potential to transition into a permanent full-time role.
Ongoing training and development to support your success.

If you are a driven sales professional with a passion for food and the determination to build something new, we encourage you to apply.

Apply Now – Please submit your CV and a cover letter (in English) highlighting your relevant experience and motivation for joining Exotic Chillies.

Requirements & Skills

Language & Communication

Fluency in Korean and English (written and spoken)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong relationship management abilities

Sales & Business Development

Proven sales experience, ideally in the food or manufacturing sector
Ability to source, negotiate, and secure new customers
Experience in trading with Australia or handling international clients is highly advantageous
Understanding of bulk sales processes and commercial client needs

Industry Knowledge

Good understanding of the South Korean food industry and market trends
Familiarity with food production, manufacturing, or distribution is a plus

Personal Attributes

Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
Highly reliable and accountable
Professional, enthusiastic, and able to represent the brand with integrity
Willingness to learn and develop professionally as the role evolves

Organizational & Technical Skills

Ability to manage multiple clients and sales opportunities simultaneously
Comfortable communicating remotely with the Australian headquarters
Basic understanding of CRM tools or sales tracking systems (preferred but not mandatory)