Job Description

Drive growth across Australia's sporting clubs and corporate sector.

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Our client is a leading Australian supplier of premium custom sports uniforms, corporate apparel, and branded merchandise. With a reputation for exceptional quality, innovative product solutions, and outstanding customer service, they partner with sporting organisations and businesses to deliver apparel that performs on and off the field.

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An exciting prospect now exists for an experienced Business Development & Account Manager to join their team.

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About the Role

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This is a relationship-driven sales role where you'll develop new business while managing key accounts across two exciting markets:

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- Sporting clubs and associations, with a strong focus on AFL and expansion into other sporting codes.
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- Corporate organisations seeking premium branded uniforms, workwear, and promotional apparel.
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You'll work with decision-makers, understand their requirements, present tailored apparel solutions, and manage projects from initial enquiry through to delivery.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Develop new business across AFL clubs, associations, schools, and other sporting organisations.
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- Build relationships with coaches, club administrators, committee members, and executives.
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- Identify and secure new corporate accounts requiring branded uniforms and apparel.
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- Present customised apparel solutions that meet client branding, quality, and budget requirements.
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- Manage existing accounts to generate repeat business and long-term partnerships.
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- Coordinate with internal production teams to ensure successful project delivery.
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- Maintain an active sales pipeline and consistently achieve sales targets.
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About You

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You are an experienced B2B sales professional who enjoys developing long-term relationships and creating new business opportunities.

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Ideally you will bring:

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- Proven business development and account management experience.
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- Experience selling into AFL clubs, with a strong understanding of league structures and approval processes.
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- Outstanding communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
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- A consultative sales approach with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
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- Experience working within custom apparel, uniforms, sporting goods, promotional products, or a related industry.
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- The ability to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team.
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Experience across other sporting codes including cricket, netball, basketball, rugby, soccer, or NRL will be highly regarded, as will experience selling corporate uniforms or branded merchandise.

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What's on Offer?

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- Competitive base salary.
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- Uncapped commission structure.
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- Car allowance.
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- Mobile phone and laptop.
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- Travel expenses covered.
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- Genuine opportunity to grow your career with an established and respected Australian business.
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- Supportive team environment with ongoing product and professional development.
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If you're passionate about sport, enjoy building long-term business relationships, and have the drive to grow new markets, we'd love to hear from you.

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📌 Business Development & Account Manager - Sports Clubs & Corporate Apparel (Victoria)
🏢 Permanser Consulting
📍 Victoria