Company Overview This contemporary design led business is genuine and inclusive when it comes to its people. Developing product that sees it at the forefront of the homewares and furniture market, they have seen phenomenal growth and are poised to continue this. They work hard, take pride and strive for a sustainable business model in all areas. This is done with care, compassion and creativity and to support this growth they are seeking a talented and authentic leader as a State Manager for Victoria . Snapshot of Responsibilities Reporting to the Head of Sales, at its core you are responsible for driving sales growth in Victoria and ensuring your team of showroom consultants are striving to achieve sales targets You will lead and be accountable for excellence in customer experience to all visitors to the showroom, along with further developing strategic partnerships with external retail partners and stockists. Commercially you will implement a strategic business plan that expands the company’s customer base and ensures its strong market presence You will follow up on all referrals and leads and maintain a meticulous call cycle to ensure regular contact with clients Along with other key commercial responsibilities, you will proactively seek new business through industry networking, whilst collaborating with the other State Managers and the team of internal commercial BDM’s. You will need: Extensive retail or wholesale leadership experience where you are seen as a mentor, coach and inspirational leader; you strive for excellence with your team To demonstrate a proven track record of sales growth and profitability in your core categories with strong commercial acumen To show initiative, be results oriented and have solid influencing skills at all levels Ideally, but not crucial, experience within the furniture homewares or interior design market You are flexible, fun loving and professional, but don’t take yourself too seriously Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; these are critical to your role. For further information, please contact Lisa Canning at Talent Effect on 0402 507 866, I welcome your call. Or alternatively, apply attaching your resume in Word Format please. Residency Note: To be eligible to apply for this role, you must be an Australian or NZ citizen or have an appropriate visa to live and work in Australia and currently be residing here. Further information can be obtained from the Australian Department of Immigration.
