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SalaryWith a proud history over 136 years, the Bosch Group employs over 420,000 people in more than 450 locations worldwide, Bosch has been carbon neutral since 2020. As a leading global supplier of technology and services, every day we work on technology that is 'Invented for Life', investing 7.2 billion euro on research and development, Bosch is working on tomorrow's key technologies today. To this day, Bosch remains privately owned, with 94% held by a charitable trust. Bosch truly is, a remarkable company.
The Power Tools division is the world market leader for portable electric power tools and power tool accessories. With brands such as Bosch Blue, Bosch Green, Dremel, Diablo and sia, the power tools division stands for innovation and quality with a high level of customer focus. We develop, encourage and empower our associates to reach their full potential. Through our values-based culture we foster and engage a high performing organisation.
Job Description
An excellent opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Assistant Key Account Manager to make a difference in our dynamic team at Robert Bosch Australia. As a critical part of the Power Tools arm of Bosch; you will bring your high level of interpersonal skills and relationship building capabilities to form deep and collaborative relationships with our Key Account partners while fostering positive internal relationships within the Bosch Team. Strategy and detail will be key to your success in creating growth across existing and new markets.
This is a permanent full-time opportunity based at our Head Office in and will involve occasional domestic and potentially some international travel.
Position responsibilities will include:
- Drive profitable sustainable growth for both Bosch and the customer.
- Support and drive select Key Accounts while working with the current Key Account Managers within the tools category.
- Drive target profitability while developing and maintaining a rolling 3+ year strategic account plan
- Maintain strong relationships at all levels across the Key Account – Category / Buying / Merchandising, Marketing and Operations
- Deliver distribution and range (width and depth) expansion across the Measuring Tools category within Key Account
- Maintaining execution excellence via a strong future planning process with a rolling 18-month view of planned activities that is easy for the field team to execute including: events, Point of Sale and inspirational activities.
- Utilising advanced negotiation skills to win expanded ranging, promotional support, increase profitable turnover, improve margin/mix management, and excite the customer on Bosch programs
- Liaising with 3rd party merchandise organisations to deliver execution excellence, best in class results and whilst maintaining profitable collaboration between both parties.
- Consistent representation of Bosch values and “We Lead Bosch” principles with all stakeholders.
We are looking for a conscientious professional with the ability to work across multiple business units, manage diverse topics and priorities, establish effective relationships across all levels of the organisation.
To be considered for this position you would ideally meet the following:
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing – Desirable
- Driver’s licence
- Experience in a category / business Key Account role
- High level of trust and autonomy
- Professional attitude
- Have a strong results focused mindset
- Strong negotiation, interpersonal, presentation and influencing skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Teamwork / Agile
- Data orientation for fact-based decision making
- Proficient in MS Office suite, advanced Excel, CRM, Tableau or similar reporting, SAP desirable
We recognise that our employees are our greatest asset. Through the diversity of our business and commitment to personal and career development, we can provide you with new and exciting opportunities so you can achieve your full potential!
We offer our employees:
- The ability to work flexibly
- Training and development programs to help you reach your full potential
- 14 weeks paid (or 28 weeks at half-pay) Parental Leave for primary carer (in addition to government paid parental leave)
- Superannuation on unpaid Parental Leave
- The option to purchase additional annual leave
- A wide range of Health and Well-being programs
- Support and counselling services with work or personal matters through our Employee Assistance Program
- Up to 50 weeks Income Protection for permanent employees
- Diverse and exciting career opportunities, both local and international
- Discounts on Bosch products and as well as products from affiliated brands
We are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and diverse workforce in all its forms. We value diversity in our organisation and in our recruitment activities and believe that every voice adds value. We actively pursue a recruiting strategy that works towards eliminating unconscious bias. To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through the online application link.
Please note: You need to be an Australian citizen, or hold Australian work rights, to apply for this role.
Bosch does not accept any agency submissions unless approval has been given by a member of the Bosch HR Team. All agency submissions must be submitted directly to Bosch HR. Potential candidates submitted by an agency directly to any Bosch employee or manager without Bosch HR approval will not be considered by Bosch. Bosch will not be liable for a recruitment fee in these circumstances. Any agency terms and conditions must be signed by Bosch HR indicating acceptance.
