Who are we
Primaplas is a full-service provider of plastic Resins and packaging films in Australia and New Zealand and Singapore, offering customised end-to-end logistics solutions to meet individual customer needs. Beginning in 1989, Primaplas has grown steadily to become one of the leading players with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland and Singapore. With a sales turnover of $300 million, Primaplas has an outstanding reputation for growth and service.
Our motto “working for you” remains at the heart of what we do, and we are looking for an energetic, motivated, technical-minded and self-driven account Manager to join us in becoming the very best partner in plastics.
About the industry
The commodity Polymer industry is competitive and fast-paced. If you like a dynamic role with customer deals and interactions always happening, this is the role for you.
About the role
Reporting to the Head of Resin Sales, you will be responsible for growing new accounts (30%) and managing a portfolio of existing accounts (70%).
Role responsibilities include:
- Constantly growing new business and customers
- Managing existing customers and their needs with regular monthly orders
- Managing sales volume growth, as well as profitability
- Visiting customers regularly to understand their business and be able to serve them best
- Develop understanding of products offered and various applications
- Managing stock to avoid ageing stock and stock out issues
- Following up payments each month and ensure up to date
- Sharing market and technical information with the sales team
- Managing and resolving customer complaints and product quality issues that arise
Best suitable candidate
- 3-5 years’ experience in front line B2B sales or technical sales role
- Strong track record in identifying new business opportunities and growing new business
- Fast learner, self-motivation, persistence and a can-do attitude
- Proactive approach in serving our customers.
- Ability to build strong customer relationships and strong commercial acumen
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills
- Able to travel interstate once a month for one week
- Knowledge of polymer, chemical or similar industry will be advantageous. A degree in Chemistry or Polymer science is desirable but not mandatory.
Office based in Pyrmont, Sydney.
Work-from-home hybrid arrangement available after probation period (6 months).
KPI bonus program starts after probation period.
Attractive package + car allowance + parking + bonus