Account Manager

About PPG and Role Overview

PPG is a leading American Fortune 500 corporation specializing in paints, coatings, and specialty materials. We are looking for an Account Manager to join our Residential team at Eastern Creek, New South Wales. This role involves supporting clients throughout Sydney and working with one of Australia's most recognized paint brands, Taubmans.

Key Responsibilities

• Enhancing customer service offerings aligned with our brand strategies.
• Managing and expanding a portfolio of essential trade accounts.
• Collaborating effectively with trade applicators, retail stores, and residential builders.
• Meeting sales targets, ensuring growth, and driving profitability across your assigned territory.
• Providing exceptional customer relationship management to promote service excellence and client retention.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in account management or relevant background within the paint trade sector.
• A self-starter capable of independently prioritizing daily tasks, while also collaborating productively with team members to achieve shared goals.
• Flexibility to participate in events outside regular working hours when necessary.
• Strong communication skills with an approachable manner that fosters trust and comfort.
• Authenticity, transparency, and honesty in all professional interactions.
• Proven ability to initiate new client relationships and develop existing accounts.
• Current valid driver's license and legal right to work in Australia.

Benefits and Perks

• Potential for personal growth and long-term career development within PPG.
• Access to corporate discount programs, including wellness-related offers like WhereFit.
• Opportunities to contribute to local communities through PPG's Colourful Communities initiative.
• Recognition programs that celebrate employee achievements.
• Significant discounts on PPG products via company-owned retail outlets.

Additional Information

PPG promotes an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace valuing diversity and continuous learning. We implement innovative hiring practices incorporating AI tools to streamline recruitment while ensuring human decision-making remains central. Disability accommodations are available upon request. Compensation packages vary by location and consider factors such as experience, qualifications, and organizational needs. Comprehensive employee benefits support health and wellbeing in accordance with plan terms.

Our Company Philosophy - The PPG Way 2030:

• Customer-focus: We prioritize and swiftly address customer needs to foster mutual growth.
• Purpose-Driven Action: Agile, data-informed decision making guides our proactive innovation.
• Operational Excellence: Accountability and solution-orientation define our approach delivering reliable outcomes.
• Competitive Spirit: Ambitious and future-facing, we continuously pursue business growth.
• Company Pride: Unity, integrity, safety, and respect for diverse perspectives underline our culture.