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Job Title


Key Account Manager


Company : People Equity


Location : Adelaide, Australia


Created : 2025-05-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from People EquityManaging Director/Owner - (Executive Search, Recruitment & Strategic Sourcing) - Retail, Consumer, FMCG & ServicesLeading trusted provider in the industrial, mechanical & trade sectorPart of the SA/NT branch team in Adelaide with a strong family values cultureTakeover a highly engaged customer group of industrial/trade/WHL distributorsWhats in this for you?Live your best life empowered daily to do what you love; building relationships with key stakeholders, identifying revenue growth opportunities, providing exceptional account management and service excellenceYour industrial & trade WHL distributor accounts are loyal and well engaged leverage this to grow the accounts from great to greaterWork for the market leader in its industry: thrive in a close-knit, pragmatic, down-to-earth team within a competitive business with a market-leading brandThe package: attractive, including a lucrative base, laptop, phone, super, FMV (fully maintained vehicle), and bonusSet up for success from Day 1: comprehensive product training, introduction to key accounts, supported by the national team to hit targets quicklyBe part of a trusted business with strong family values, delivering on customer promises, with a flat structure, celebrating success, and valuing the team. Work-life balance is prioritized.Open, non-hierarchical culture: everyones voice mattersFlexible role: set your sales agenda around a 6-week call cycle, with some interstate travel (about once every 6 weeks overnight)This organization is progressive, innovative, customer-centric, and 100% Australian owned, known for high-quality, competitive products and services across industries like agriculture, automotive, mining, and manufacturing. They work with leading manufacturers and brands, maintaining a reputation for flexibility, agility, and industry insight. Their success relies on brand strength, technology, quality, value, and attracting top talent. Trusted by end-users, wholesale distributors, and major buying groups, they are a market leader in their sectors. Their people first approach seeks an energetic, self-motivated, high-performing account manager to grow and lead accounts across SA & NT for their General Range consumables.What will you do in an average week?Build on strong relationships with key distributors for the General Range consumables, maintaining their brand presenceUse a high-touch, face-to-face, strategic account management approach to ensure they see the organization as their trusted supplierDrive sales growth by identifying new market opportunities and developing existing relationshipsSupport marketing initiatives, including new product launches and targeted campaigns to enhance brand presenceRepresent the business at trade shows and industry events, maximizing revenue opportunities across all accountsHeres what it will takeProven success in a comparable account management or business development role within the industrial & trade spaceMechanical aptitude and familiarity with products related to workshops, refuelling equipment, or consumablesAbility to travel interstate, roughly once every 6 weeks overnightAbility to hit the ground running with a passion for sales and relationship managementStrong relationship-building skills and a commitment to adding value to accountsHighly motivated, engaging, and professional with high standardsEffective strategic planning, organization, and time management skillsAuthentic, charismatic, well-organized, credible negotiator, always aiming for the best outcomesPassionate about the role and industryExceptional stakeholder management skills to influence and drive profitable, sustainable outcomesProfessional maturity, commercial acumen, entrepreneurial flair, and team orientationSound judgment in problem-solving and resource seekingIf this sounds like you, please APPLY ASAP as we are shortlisting now. For questions or a confidential discussion, email gabbys@peopleequity.com.au or call 0432 261 116. #J-18808-Ljbffr