Description:
- Do you have a great passion for Marine Products?
- Do you enjoy attending boat and trade shows throughout the year?
- We have boats available for on-water training.
- Have you had experience with negotiating with suppliers?
What’s the role?
The Product Manager will be responsible for a portfolio of products including range and pricing to achieve the BLA sales and margin budget. Working in a team of 2 Product Managers, and the support and guidance from the Product Director. Also working closely with the Marketing, Sales, and Purchasing team members.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for an outstanding Product Manager that has great skills in sales and negotiation, business development techniques, and a strong knowledge of marine parts and accessories.
- Proven ability to develop effective buying strategies/negotiations with suppliers.
- Working closely with marketing to help with new product launch and promotional material.
- Supporting the sales team with product training.
- Management for product mix, lifecycle, and stocking matrix for product lines.
- Support and attend key industry events across Australia.
- Ensuring Safety Data sheets are available.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
- Demonstrated skills in negotiations with suppliers.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
- D365 system knowledge preferred.
Who are we?
BLA is Australia’s leading wholesale distributor of marine parts and accessories. With over 40 years in the industry and four facilities across Australia and New Zealand, we service over 4,000 customers ranging from OEMs, boat dealers, service shops, retailers, and chandlery shops. BLA carries product from over 40 international suppliers, including such leading brands as: Dometic Marine, Mastervolt, BEP, BlueSea Systems, C-Zone, Minn Kota, Humminbird, Sierra, Lewmar, and Fischer Panda.
BLA is part of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. For more information, please visit www.bla.com.au and www.brunswick.com.
If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced professional environment in a company that is passionate about their quality products, apply now by clicking on the Apply Now button.
Please be advised that only those successful for shortlisting will be contacted.
BLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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