Sales Manager | Department Stores | VIC

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sales Manager to join the Wholesale team.

Reporting to the National Sales Manager 0 Department Stores, this role will be responsible for providing leadership, direction and growth for the Myer, David Jones, Harris Scarfe and Target accounts for the Bonds Group. This is a fixed term contract for 12 months. 

 Responsibilities will include:

•             Driving overall sales strategies, financial management and customer relationship management for Myer, David Jones, Harris Scarfe and Target Bonds Womens Underwear & Bras.

•             Driving category management approach in conjunction with Customer buying teams

•             Delivering on Sales, profitability and market share metrics for the Myer, David Jones, Harris Scarfe and Target accounts

 What experience do I have?       

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is a Sales Manager or Key Account Manager, keen to continue progressing their career and developing in the sales space. It is essential that you have experience in a similar field, with a consumer goods background (ideally in apparel or homewares) or large SKU count experience.
Exposure to large multi-site retailers and a centralised buying structure and liaising with multiple stakeholders, will set you up for success in this position.
You must have a genuine passion for fashion and the world of wholesale/retail – and love the art of sales!

To be successful, your skills will include:

• Hands on sales and account management experience – minimum 3-5 years' experience required in a relevant industry/field
• Previous experience dealing with key Buyers, ideally in Discount Department Store or Department store channels
• Project management experience
• Strong relationship building skills
• Strong commercial acumen – you must be highly proficient in Excel
• Excellent analytical and forecasting skills
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills

 What can we offer you?

• Work for an amazing brand that is an Aussie household name … work with inspiring cross-functional teams and stakeholders … join a business with an unrivalled culture … what's not in it for you?!
• Genuine commitment to global sustainability https://hbisustains.com/
• Huge staff discounts across all the amazing brands in the Hanes portfolio … we're talking huge savings on Bonds, Champion, Sheridan, Bras N Things, Berlei, Jockey – and more!
• Sample sales and extended family and friends' discounts
• Wellness Programs – regular free skin checks, flu shots, remedial massages, Employee Assistance Program, fresh fruit delivered on-site  
• Access to awesome perks, including corporate discounts, novated car leasing, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave Program
• Monthly business updates from our CEO and Senior Leadership Team, with regular presentations from our community partners
• “Summer Fun” – take advantage of a days leave every fortnight, in addition to your leave allowance, during the summer months and make the most of the sun!
• Company-wide “Golden Yarn” Reward & Recognition Program
• “Lunch & Learn” sessions, with topics including financial management and health & wellness
• Established and committed LEAN organization offering on-going training to all employees