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This position is responsible for the auto care portfolio of the company. This includes manufactured products for both cars and trucks, such as washes, tyre repair products, windscreen solutions etc. These products are supplied to both retail for consumer purchasing, and to trade, such as mechanics. On a day to day basis this person will be expected to:Manage the product life cycle (end to end) including; pricing, product, innovation & modification, channel growth, training and support to sales.Development of business cases.Market research and gaining market insight to drive new product development in the specified category. Development and execution of category plans for both the long-range and annual. Understand the end user needs to drive effective strategies for the category.This client is looking for a candidate with strong Product Management experience, specifically in Industrial or Automotive. To be successful, this candidate should have a strong sense of initiative with the ability to build strong relationships at various levels in the organisation. The non negotiables for this role are:Proven product management experience working on the full product life cycle (including end life cycle).Must have experience in trade marketing.Local manufacturing company experience in a non-negotiable.Strong work ethic with the ability to work hands on. Please note that this role is based in Dandenong.

The role will include but not be limited to:Integration of the financial systems of the merged entities and adoption of uniform accounting, internal control, and practices throughout the organisation.Identification and implementation of process improvement practices to gain efficiency and accuracy across the group. - The analysis and provision of financial information to the key stakeholders (CEO, CFO, COO, CIO and Other Business Unit leaders)Meeting our statutory reporting obligations (Taxation / FBT / Statutory Accounts)Review, improve & implement internal financial control procedures - Assist with financial planningDelivering continuous improvement projects within the financial management areaEffective labor management for appropriate levels of further education and annual leaveCA/CPASAP, TM1 experience Immediately available or available at short noticePrior project experience with integration or post-acquisition experience5 years + Experience in a Senior Accountant or Finance manager role

This role is accountable for ensuring the highest level of customer service, taking a customer centric approach in the provision of field metering services whilst ensuring field works are delivered in a safe, compliant, and efficient manner.Ensure that all safety critical activities are identified and effectively managed to reduce residual risk to a level that is 'as low as reasonably practical' to achieve Mission ZERO objectives.Lead the Field Metering, and the Planning and Scheduling Teams in the delivery of superior levels of service to customers, and in the delivery of projects & programs to budget, on time and in a safe manner. Field metering activities include installation, testing and maintenance of contestable metering and the provision of contracted services.Pivot field operations as required to ensure the function continues to meets all safety, regulatory and operational requirements including the tracking of all supporting documented processes and systems.Lead, empower and manage employee performance to foster constructive culture, employee engagement and high performing teams.Build and maintain positive relationships with all relevant stakeholders, including customers, partners and vendors, ensuring a high level of stakeholder satisfaction.Ensure quality is not compromised in the delivery of timely and cost-effective services to customers through efficient utilization of resources and fit-for-purpose risk management and quality assurance frameworksImplement, monitor and support the reporting on financial and non-financial targets.Identify areas of process improvement, generating efficiencies across the broader organizationEffectively communicate strategies, decisions and plans to all team-members, treating employees and contractors in accordance with company values.Proactively manage the performance of sub-contractors and suppliers, ensuring strong controls are enforced regarding adherence to SLAs, KPIs and all other contractual obligations.Report on key team measures including, but not limited to field team productivity, project financials and operational progress, operational risk, resource allocation and planned works programs.Education Qualifications and LicencesDriver's LicenseRelevant Tertiary or University Qualification required (similar to - Engineering / Management / Electrician) Skills and ExperienceThe incumbent requires a level of reasoning and judgement to manage successful relationships with internal and external stakeholders by solving problems and issues within their level of responsibility in a timely manner. Required to demonstrate:Organisational valuesAccountability for quality outcomesA results driven, focused, committed and dedicated approachAn approachable, patient and empathetic attitudeQuick thinking and a fast learnerPrior experience leading field-based teams requiredPrior experience working within the Electricity industry (highly desirable)Understanding of risk associated with electrical task types and field operations (highly desirable),Advanced MS Excel skillset (required)Contractual acumen (desired)Financial acumen (desired)

As the Sales Manager, you will manage the development of market-focused, channel strategies designed to grow our key customers and develop new business.Lead and develop a team of sales professionals to:RETAIN current customers by building lasting customer relationships based on valueGROW current customers as our priorityGAIN new business via suitable channel partner in alignment with their strategic roadmapProactively manage the performance and development of team members in line with their Strategic Sales Excellence (SSE) objectivesContinuously enhance the value proposition to the market by understanding and leveraging company's Capabilities, Insights, and resources.Develop and execute key account plans that outline customer strategies, requirements, sales forecasts, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement objectives.Customer Intimacy and Partnership - in-depth knowledge of their focused customer set, with enriching relationships with critical stakeholders across Customers and Industry.Grow the team and talent - create an empowering and engaging feedback-based work environment that enables the team to perform and grow to their best.Understand our customers end markets, sales strategies, and channelsIdentify and recommend growth strategies based on customer and market experienceBachelor's degree required; Qualifications in the field of Business or Commerce preferred5+ years premium product/service Sales and Sales Leadership experience and understanding of distribution channel management, preferably within Retail, Automotive, or related sectors.Demonstrated success in leading teams to effectively communicate and align the value proposition with customer buying motives and requirements, yielding tangible results.Willingness and ability to travel to customer meetings, tradeshows as necessitated by the business, selling activity and to support the teamStakeholder engagement - consultative & collaborative to lead through influenceStrong sense of initiative, curiosity, and drive to grow a team of professional sales representativesStrong business acumen and strategic vision and an openness to take creative and entrepreneurial steps to grow the business.Strategic capabilities and ability to advance step change in organisation performanceBe a permanent resident or have permanent work rights