Blackwoods

Account Manager - Canberra ACT

Blackwoods  •  Canberra, AU (Onsite)  •  20 days ago
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Job Description

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

An exciting opportunity has become available for a self-driven and results-focused Account Manager to join our established sales team based out of our  Canberra office!

Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, this role is perfect for someone who thrives on building strong relationships and enjoys being out on the road connecting with customers face-to-face

You'll be joining a loyal and experienced team of Account Managers, providing plenty of support so you can take this opportunity to make a real impact with a trusted brand.

What You'll be Doing:

  • Manage and grow a portfolio of new and existing accounts in the Canberra region
  • Develop strategic plans to drive sales and customer satisfaction
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders including customer care and trade store teams
  • Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities
  • Maintain a territory call plan and follow up on pipeline opportunities
  • Deliver tailored product solutions and exceed sales targets

What You'll Bring:

  • Proven experience in sales and operations, ideally within Safety, Industrial, Government and Manufacturing sectors
  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills
  • Tech-savvy with experience using CRM systems
  • A proactive, customer-first mindset with a strong work ethic
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
  • Strategic thinking and attention to detail
  • A valid, unrestricted Australian driver’s licence

What's in it For You:

  • Permanent role with incentives and access to Wesfarmers share plans
  • Work with a trusted, industry‑leading brand, supported by an experienced and collaborative sales team
  • Continuous training and ongoing product and skill development to support your career growth
  • Exclusive perks Team Member discount card (Kmart, Bunnings, Target & Officeworks), FREE One Pass subscription, plus discounts with 400+ retail partners
  • Team events, celebrations, award recognition and prizes
  • Employee Assistance Program providing wellbeing support for you and your immediate family
  • Additional benefits including paid parental leave, purchased annual leave, free onsite parking, and a Refer‑A‑Friend bonus of up to $2,000

NEXT STEPS

If you meet most of the criteria listed above and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your application today. We will be contacting suitable candidates as we receive them.

As part of our recruitment process and commitment to safety, you will be required to undertake background checks (which may include a pre-employment medical assessment involving drug & alcohol testing).

Blackwoods also promotes diversity and inclusion across our workplaces and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.

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About Blackwoods

Blackwoods is Australia’s leading supplier of industrial and safety supplies. For over 145 years, we have supported businesses big and small with our range of over 300,000 products from the world’s best brands. From the Sydney Harbour Bridge to the most remote corners of Australia, and your local mechanic, we supply what our customers need when they need it, along with unparalleled expertise and service from our passionate team.

With a national footprint of over 50 branches and 6 Distribution Centres, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We have a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where our team members care about each other and enjoy building meaningful connections. Being a part of the Wesfarmers group, also means that our team members have endless opportunities to build a fulfilling career and help more people build a better Australia.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Macquarie Park, AU
Year Founded
1878
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