Area Sales Manager Job Description People have looked to Kimberly-Clark brands for more than 150 years and today we're proud to help over a billion people around the world cope, laugh, love and live every day. From the best nappies and baby wipes to the softest tissues, to the best supplies for business, we are constantly searching for new ways to make life better for our consumers, our customers and our planet. Our leading consumer brands like the Kleenex ®., Huggies ®., VIVA, U by Kotex ®., Poise ®., Depend ®. brands improve the lives of people around the world. Kimberly-Clark proudly leads the way in providing better care for a better world. Led by Purpose. Driven by You. About the Opportunity: We have a great career opportunity available to join our high performing Consumer Sales Field team as an Area Sales Manager across our Corporate & Independent Channel. This role is open to both early‑career / graduate candidates who are looking to build a long‑term career in FMCG sales, as well as experienced Area Sales Managers seeking their next challenge within a market‑leading organisation. Covering Sydney Northeast/West and reporting to the State Sales Manager, you’ll work autonomously while managing your territory, with strong support from the leadership team. You’ll be responsible for promoting and developing Kimberly‑Clark’s consumer brands across all categories, acting as the face of Kimberly‑Clark in the market and building strong relationships with key customer accounts. This role offers excellent exposure to the FMCG environment and the opportunity to develop strong foundational sales capability, with clear pathways for growth and development. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement successful customer specific business plans, to ensure targets are met for all product categories. 'Build Trust' with key customers (both internal and external), as you develop and maintain strong, effective working relationships. Analyse store sales results to identify areas of opportunities that will assist in achieving your set sales budget. Demonstrate a strong understanding within the market of your local territory to assist the development of tactical and strategic sales plans. Establish and maintain accurate customer records using digital tools. Knowledge & Experience: We are open to candidates from different experience levels, including: Early‑career / Graduate applicants Eager to launch a career in FMCG Sales, Trade Marketing, Category or Commerical Experience in a customer‑facing, retail, grocery or commercial environment (e.g. Coles, Woolworths, IGA or similar) Strong communication skills, willingness to learn and a proactive mindset Experienced Area Sales / FMCG professionals Proven experience in field sales within the FMCG industry Experience in retail (Coles, Woolworths, IGA, Aldi or similar) is valued but not essential Strong commercial, analytical and relationship‑building skills For all applicants, you will bring: A self‑starter attitude with strong time management skills Sound analytical capability and confidence using digital tools A current driver’s licence Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment Full vaccination status, as required by our customers About You: You’re driven to perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fuelled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. What’s On Offer Our Kimberly-Clark employees receive a competitive salary and incentives as well as access to a fantastic range of benefits including superannuation, career development opportunities, free health & well-being activities, volunteering leave and much more. About You: You’re driven to perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fuelled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. To Be Considered: Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and will be in contact with additional information accordingly. In the meantime, feel free to browse our website for additional information on our company, brands and culture - Kimberly-Clark Corporation. Kimberly Clark is proudly accredited with as Employer of Choice for Gender Equality WGEA! Kimberly Clark is proudly ranked by Forbes as 'World's Best Employer' 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025! Primary Location North Sydney Office Additional Locations Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time