State Manager

Join our positive, fun and high-achieving team!
Pivotal Leadership &
Influential Role!
Competitive remuneration package on offer
About Auto Parts Group:
At Auto Parts Group (APG), we aspire to be Australia’s leading independent supplier of genuine and aftermarket replacement parts for the automotive repair industry. We aim to give our customers "
Real Advantage"
You’ll be joining an industry-leading organisation that listens to our customers, is building our external brand and reputation as a leading disruptor and partner to the industry that focuses on operational excellence and has a supportive and engaging team environment.
What is the job about:
The State Manager is about driving revenue and building long-term customer relationships and it is a key leadership role reporting to the General Manager of Sales. The successful candidate will be required to provide the strategic direction, lead our customer and industry engagement, management and coaching through the State Sales team and will formulate and implement plans and initiatives to ensure goals and budgets are achieved.
What you’ll love about the opportunity:
You will lead and manage the state sales teams, driving high-performance and be accountable for the revenue sales and budgets.
You will lead the customer and industry engagement across the state engaging with customers regularly.
You promote our customer service proposition and create exceptional customer added value by educating and informing them of these benefits.
You will review sales forecasts and performance reporting, detailing results to budget, reviewing variances and creating action plans to correct any shortfall and optimise opportunities.
Provide leadership and actively participate in S&
OP forums on behalf of the state and with the Operations Manger lead the State Based people initiatives.
The ability to grow in an exciting and customer-focused business, where your experience and ideas are valued and encouraged.
What we’ll love about you is your:
Strong values and integrity with a customer-first approach.
You have experience in managing a high performing sales team with demonstratable success in results through coaching and developing capability within your team.
Proven ability to grow presence within existing markets and new markets.
Proven ability to maximise both business and customer satisfaction.
Ability to thrive in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Desire to grow and develop with a growing organisation.
Experience using data, tools &
technology.
And a current driver’s licence.
Benefits:
We want you to be at your best here, and we're focused on helping you do it your way. So here are some ways we create a balance between your work life and non-work life. We provide:
Training:
Full training and ongoing support will provide all necessary business resources, tools and technology.
Business perks:
You have access to exclusive discounts and vouchers from leading retailers.
Events:
We love to celebrate our achievements, and we have regular team catch-ups, including monthly get-togethers, local awards, and Annual Awards.
Wellbeing:
We know life can get in the way sometimes, so we have our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides access to free, confidential counselling (including financial and legal counselling) for our team and their immediate family.
APG Me Day:
We have introduced a new initiative that is all about "
You."
This is apaid, planned day for our team to use for whatever they want:
a birthday, a cultural day, or just a relaxing day.
Diversity—Our business includes a diverse group of talented people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures.
Security:
We have been in business for nearly 30 years and continue to get stronger year after year. We like to offer our team the same job security
About the work environment and our team:
Without a doubt, our most significant investment is in our team. We can only achieve our business goals by attracting and developing the most talented people and giving them the proper development and the means and motivation to realise their full potential.
A driving force fuels us to deliver the ultimate customer experience, so we're seeking individuals who can help us achieve our ambitious goals…. And it all starts with you.