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Sales Manager at Hays for FMCG and Consumer Goods | Business Development & Recruitment
Your New Company
This iconic Aussie brand, founded in Sydney, champions the joy of swimming! They are passionate about designing innovative, high-quality, and eco-friendly swimwear, goggles, learning aids, and swimming equipment that everybody can trust. Sustainability is at the forefront of everything they do, and their ambition is to become a greener, more eco-conscious brand.
Your New Role
As the Sales Representative for South Australia and the Northern Territory, you will be responsible for managing and growing current customers while also acquiring new accounts. You must have excellent communication, relationship-building, and budget management skills. This role requires frequent travel across your area with access to a company car. You will be expected to:
1. Fulfil the role of Area Manager
2. Identify, evaluate, acquire, and maximize new business
3. Manage all facets of the sales process
4. Attend targeted conferences, expos, and events as required
5. Stay aware of competition and ensure the company is regularly updated on brand activity.
6. Continuously develop product knowledge and effectively communicate brand values to customers
What You’ll Need to Succeed
1. Experience in sports brands or retail apparel, with a preference for those who have worked on the road rather than in an office
2. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a large territory
3. A passion for sustainability, inclusivity, and swimming
4. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
5. Ability to achieve sales budgets across all distribution channels and categories
6. Experience of preparing budgets, sales planning, and forecasting
7. Ability to provide daily call sheets and activity reports
What You’ll Get in Return
1. A competitive salary of $80k + super
2. Monthly $1,000 commission if the budget is achieved
3. Annual bonus (if the budget is exceeded, you will receive an extra $1,000 not earned in some months)
4. Access to a company car, laptop, iPad, and flights
5. Opportunity to attend two conferences a year in Sydney
What You Need to Do Now
If you share our company values in sustainability, inclusivity, and passion for all things swimming, and this role sounds like a perfect fit for you, please apply below!
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Sales, Business Development, and Customer Service
Industries
Retail Apparel and Fashion and Retail
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