State Sales Manager

About us

From our humble beginnings in 1935, Haymes Paint has grown to become Australia’s largest Australian made and owned manufacturer of premium brand paints, finishes, and protective coatings. Now in our third generation of family ownership, we haven't slowed down on bringing new and better products to the market, always looking for new advances or opportunities for innovation. Our values of Truth, Passion, Motivation, Respect plus Listening and Learning are reflected in everything we do.

The Opportunity

Working closely with the National Trade Sales Manager, plus an existing team of infield sales professionals, you will be responsible for growing Haymes Paint’s market share, across all major customer segments, including applicators, independent network resellers and agents, construction, and facility maintenance, while coaching and mentoring existing infield team members.

This role will primarily be based within SA region, however, will also require occasional interstate travel

About You

• Significant, sales leadership experience, on state or national levels, preferably in the surface coatings or associated industries.
• It is crucial that you are a visible customer and people focused business leader, able to build relationships with a variety of external plus internal stakeholders and drive new initiatives, with an understanding of how the strategies fit across the broader goals of the business.
• The desire to be lead from the front and work infield with sales team members providing coaching, training and managing performance.
• Demonstrating empathy and resilience, with a problem-solving mindset.
• With excellent business and strategic acumen, you will be well versed at translating business plans and visions into a consistent opportunity pipeline, accompanied by strong existing business retention and growth.
• An ability to manage multiple time sensitive priorities while being agile and responsive, with a focus on core objectives.
• You will be highly computer and CRM literate with the ability to effectively manage competing deadlines from various stakeholders’ demands, ensuring successful delivery of targets and outcomes.
• The ability to travel within your region where required for short periods.

Benefits

• 50% off retail price of Haymes Paint manufactured products, including friends and family discounts
• 6% Medibank Corporate discount
• 20% New Balance discount
• Ongoing training and support
• Access to a range of workplace health and wellbeing initiatives
• Professional development opportunities

Please apply by including a recent resume and responding to the selection questions. Applications will close when a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information about the role or for a confidential discussion contact the National Trade Sales Manager, Craig Salen on 0409 085 104

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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Disclaimer:

Applications will only be considered from candidates with the right to work in Australia. Haymes Paint do not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Haymes Paint is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.