Kayla Brooks

Kayla Brooks is a seasoned business professional with extensive experience in account management and business management within the food and beverage industry. Kayla's current role as Business Manager and former Key Account Manager at Suntory Oceania showcases expertise in managing key accounts for Foodstuffs North Island since May 2022. Prior experience includes serving as Senior Account Manager and Key Account Manager for Woolworths NZ at Wattie's (Kraft Heinz) from July 2019 to May 2022, contributing to one of the largest food and beverage companies globally. Kayla began the career at Winson Group, starting in a Customer Experience Coordinator position and progressing to Key Account Manager, demonstrating a strong foundation in customer service, sales, and account management. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in French Language and Literature from the University of Otago, a Graduate Program in Business at Winson Group, and a Yellow Belt certificate in Continuous Improvement from Cardiff University. Additionally, Kayla is fluent in French through a year abroad as a Rotary Youth Exchange Student in Belgium.