Branch Manager

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Job Title: Branch Manager
Location: Violet Town, Vic, Australia

Company: Elders
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Sales/Retail
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description: Nurture. Grow. Thrive.

Accepting a role with AIRR, in our Ag, Horse Pet retail store network, means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career. Much like the clients and communities we work with, you will experience passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of our business. With the backing of such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at AIRR.

About the role

Reporting to the General Manager Retail & Marketing, as our Branch Manager, you will be entrusted to manage all aspects of branch operations and lead your team to achieve growth and exceed earning targets. Your expert team management skills will allow you to support sales staff and empower them to grow and drive sales performance.

This full-time, permanent position would suit a dynamic and inclusive leader that values innovation, adding value to clients, business and developing their team.

Responsibilities

Identify new growth opportunities and build + develop strong relationships with customers and industry partners
Implementing and driving key sales campaigns + activities
Cultivating new sales opportunities to grow & strengthen Violet Town Ag, Horse & Pet's position in the local market
Prioritising the safety of your staff and clients, and actively contributing to safety focused culture of the business.
Coaching and mentoring staff in identifying and developing new sales opportunities
Inventory management and process improvement
On farm and client visits to develop understanding of enterprise and look for opportunity

About you

Have a proven track record in sales management with an understanding of surrounding agricultural & market.
Are comfortable and thrive in a collaborative and agile working environment
Are resourceful, forward thinking and passionate about effecting real change for both your clients and your community
Understand that people are our most important asset
Have an ability to provide a high level of customer service and cultivate relationships with clients
Although a tertiary qualification is not essential, sound financial knowledge and strong business acumen is required
Ideally have previous management experience in a retail environment
Comfortable upskilling and coaching others
Ideally have retail experience in the ag or pet + produce sector
Team player with great communication skills and a collaborative approach
Hold an unrestricted driver's licence

About AIRR

AIRR is proud to be a part of Elders, the last Australian-listed major agribusiness now in its 185th year.

We invest in our staff to ensure everyone who joins AIRR is set up to succeed, from training and conferences to industry experts well within your reach offering support and guidance. When you join the AIRR team, you have the backing of an iconic Australian agricultural brand and a team of passionate individuals supporting and challenging you on your journey.

We are looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive our future.

For a greater insight into AIRR, be sure to check out our website at www.airr.com.au

If you are ready to grow your career with AIRR, please click on 'Apply'.

For more information, please email applicants@airr.com.au.

Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

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Job Post Date: 06/26/24