ADDING FLAVOUR TO YOUR MEALS, AND VALUE TO YOUR BUSINESS.
DELIVERING
MORE
Kiwis love to eat meat. And we love our meat to be mouthwateringly tasty. Which it was.
But, after a while – that wasn’t enough. Kiwis started to want more. They wanted more flavour. New flavours. Flavours that they didn’t know went together, but now they can’t live without. Their tastebuds were insatiable.
They asked for more from their meals. And Smith’s Meat Company delivered. With more flavour. More creativity. More quality.
We delivered with a seamless service that put the freshest, tastiest meat products right in the hands of the people who feed New Zealand.
And we made Kiwis fall in love with meat all over again.
WHY US
Kiwi tastebuds crave new tastes to go with their old favourites. You need a meat processor that can supply not just better products, but better product innovation. You need fresh ideas, delivered fresh every day.
Smith’s Meat Company partners with businesses to provide all the quality meat products you know and love, as well as ones you haven’t thought of yet. And the more flavour we can add to your meals – the more value we can add to your business.
We’re passionate about bringing your vision to life, and have the experience and world-class technology to create something special together.
TONY SMITH
Managing Director
Born and bred in Waihi, Tony started his Butchery apprenticeship at the age of 15. Tony understands the importance of an even family work balance and outside of Smith’s Meat Company, enjoys spending time with his young family. With a passion for the outdoors, Tony is an avid fisherman and hunter with no shortage of epic hunting stories.
Tony leads by example with a work ethic second to none. Tony has a clear vision of what direction the company is to travel and with decades of industry experience, knows that his employees play a critical role in that vision.
A consistent presence within the business, Tony always makes himself available for both employees and customers.
Tony can be contacted on tony@smithsmeat.nz or 021 443 594
TONY SMITH
Owner/Operator
Born and bred in Waihi, Tony started his Butchery apprenticeship at the age of 15. Tony understands the importance of an even family work balance and outside of Smith’s Meat Company, enjoys spending time with his young Family. With a passion for the outdoors, Tony is an avid fisherman and hunter with no shortage of epic hunting stories.
Tony leads by example with a work ethic second to none. Tony has a clear vision of what direction the company is to travel and with decades of industry experience, Tony knows that his employees play a critical role in that vision.
A consistent presence within the business, Tony always makes himself available for both employees and customers.
Tony can be contacted on tony@smithsmeat.nz or 021 443 594
WAYNE KELSALL
General Manager
On the back of consistent growth experienced over the last few years, a corporate restructure saw the addition of a General Manger, Wayne Kelsall in 2017.
With a passion for spreadsheets and procedures, Wayne is armoured with the skillset required to ensure that company systems and procedures are robust and streamlined.
Wayne is focused on ensuring Smith’s Meat company’s culture is centred around continuous improvement and importantly continues to provide an exceptional customer experience.
Wayne can be contacted on wayne@smithsmeat.nz or 027 571 0719
LISA BRIGHTWELL
Dispatch and Planning Manager
A team favourite, Lisa knows how to get the job done but have a bit of fun along the way.
Determined and committed to Smith’s meat Company, Lisa’s ability to juggle multiple projects and retain key staff has propelled her into a crucial role of planning the factory production. From raw ingredients to finished product, Lisa is involved every step of the way.
Lisa can be contacted at production@smithsmeat.nz or 07 542 4600 (Press 3) or 027 559 2344
LISA BRIGHTWELL
Dispatch and Planning Manager
A team favourite, Lisa knows how to get the job done but have a bit of fun along
the way.
Determined and committed to Smith’s meat Company, Lisa’s ability to juggle multiple projects and retain key staff has propelled Lisa into a crucial role of planning the Factory production. From Raw ingredients to finished product, Lisa is involved every step of the way.
Lisa can be contacted at production@smithsmeat.nz or 07 542 4600 (Press 3) or 027 559 2344
VIVIENNE KERETI
Accounts & Payroll
Joining Smith’s Meat Company in early 2014, Viv is the longstanding pillar of the administrative team.
With penchant for Accounts, Viv is the friendly voice who ensures accounts are settled in a timely fashion.
For all your invoicing questions please contact Viv on accounts@smithsmeat.nz or on 07 542 4600 (Press 2)
BEV SILK
Receptionist
Joining the Smith’s Meat company team in December 2016, Bev brought several years of legal secretary experience with her.
Responsible for processing all customer orders, Bev is the voice you first hear when you call the company. You can place your order with confidence knowing even the smallest detail will be communicated to the rest of the team.
Bev can be contacted at orders@smithsmeat.nz or 07 542 4600 (Press 1)
BEV SILK
Receptionist
Joining the Smith’s Meat company team in December 2016, Bev brought several years of legal secretary experience with her.
Responsible for processing all customer orders, Bev is the voice you first hear when you call the company. You can place your order with confidence knowing even the smallest detail will be communicated to the rest of the team.
Bev can be contacted on orders@smithsmeat.nz or 07 542 4600 (Press 1)
PAULA VICKERS
Sales Representative
Fresh from an overseas adventure in Scotland, Paula is the latest addition to the team.
Paula’s objective is to ensure Smith’s Meat Company continues to maintain the exceptional growth experienced since inception.
Paula can be contacted on sales@smithsmeat.nz or 027 576 2330
JIM RINGOSE
Driver
Everything you want in a Westie less the mullet. Jim can be seen zipping around in the Smith’s Meat Company van and is a local favourite.
Jim’s passion for customer service coupled with an impeccable fashion sense has seen Smith’s Meats expand its local customer base.
JIM RINGOSE
Driver
Everything you want in a Westie less the mullet. Jim can be seen zipping around in the Smith’s Meat Company Van and is a local favourite.
Jim’s passion for customer service coupled with an impeccable fashion sense has seen Smith’s Meats expand its local customer base.
DARREN STRINGER
Driver
Born in Napier and raised in Tauranga, Darren has been a fantastic addition to the Smith’s Meats family in 2017.
Whether Darren is delivering fresh produce to Tauranga customers or Lamingtons to the Smith’s Meat Company staff, he will be sure to brighten your day.
If you wish to compliment them on their driving skills or excellent customer service, feel free to share this with them in person or alternatively you can contact Bev in the office on 07 542 4600 (Press 1)