At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales and build relationships in a dynamic, hands-on role.
- Company: Join Trio Group, a leader in quality hardware and outdoor products.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, company car, phone, laptop, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with a supportive team and travel opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape your career in a thriving company with genuine growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in sales, strong communication, and relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 100000 $ per year.
Champagne Recruitment is proud to represent Trio Group, a leading marketer and distributor of quality door hardware, outdoor furniture, garden and nursery products, gate hardware, plumbing hardware, and landscape items to wholesale, commercial, and retail markets.
Trio Group has experienced substantial growth, driven by innovative marketing strategies and expanding product ranges.
For the right candidate, this growth translates into genuine career advancement opportunities, with access to ongoing training, and a supportive team culture that encourages internal promotion and professional development.
Now is your time to join a business where your initiative and ambition are recognised, and where you can shape your career as the company continues to thrive.
About the Role
Based in Brisbane, this hands-on role is ideal for a proactive, results-driven Business Development Manager who enjoys variety and autonomy.
Covering a territory from Brisbane to West Metro Brisbane, you will spend approximately 70% of your time on sales activities, including cold calling, client visits, and relationship building and 30% on merchandising, ensuring product visibility and presentation.
You'll focus on developing new business opportunities, managing existing client relationships, and increasing market presence, particularly within the Independent Retail sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned territory.
- Conduct cold calls and face-to-face visits to hardware, plumbing, retail, and trade clients.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
- Achieve sales targets and contribute to overall business growth.
- Merchandise products in-store, ensuring optimal presentation and stock levels.
- Complete relays and merchandising as required.
- Provide feedback on market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs.
- Prepare and deliver sales reports, forecasts, and budgets.
- Collaborate closely with a small team, sharing insights and supporting team goals.
- Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings as required.
- Interstate travel may be required.
About You
- Minimum 3 years' proven background in sales, with strong business-to-business selling experience.
- Experience in hardware, plumbing, retail, or trade sales is essential.
- You have strong time management skills.
- Comfortable with cold calling and hands-on sales activities.
- Strong merchandising skills and attention to product presentation.
- Self-motivated, budget and results driven, with a proactive approach.
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a small, supportive team (team of 3).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong presentation and reporting skills.
- Willingness to travel regularly across the assigned territory.
- Experience dealing with architectural, building, or rural hardware is highly advantageous.
Benefits
- Attractive remuneration package ($90K–$100K + super)
- Fully maintained company motor vehicle, phone, and laptop
- Ongoing support and training to ensure your success
- Genuine career growth opportunities after probation
- Collaborative and innovative company culture
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