About us:
Just Country Australia is a market leader in the equine industry. We are a long standing, well-established wholesale and distribution company representing many brands including Ariat, Just Country and more throughout Australia and New Zealand.
About the role:
The primary purpose of the role is to develop and promote Ariat Australia and Just Country Australia brands via existing and new partnerships.
This position will manage the administration and implementation of our contracted and agreed deliverables with events, associations and partners to build and foster relationships to benefit our brands and drive business benefit.
Managing partnerships and contracted deliverables:
· Manage timely delivery of contracted items. This includes significant coordination of apparel, embroidery, footwear, signage and gift vouchers for major events and partnerships, as well as social media and other advertising.
· Develop and review contracts / proposals to ensure compliance and identify opportunities to extend our brand benefit with partners
· Applicable administration associated with partnerships
Relationship Management and Communication
· Ongoing communication with partners to ensure contract compliance as well as maximising business benefit and opportunities
· Regular and open, communication with internal product, marketing, warehouse, and embroidery teams.
Event Attendance:
· Attend relevant events to ensure deliverables are met, implement activity, identify future opportunities and develop relationships.
Characteristics
· Honesty, integrity and reliability with a strong work ethic
· Professional and positive attitude
· Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
· Pleasant disposition and able to take direction from management
· Ability to communicate effectively
· Self-motivated with drive to learn and grow in the role
· Ability to work autonomously or as part of a supportive team
Selection Criteria
· Demonstrated experience in managing relationships with other businesses or associations for business benefit
· Exceptional interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
· Industry experience in the equine industry, equine sports, or regional / rural industry is essential
· Excellent administration skills and attention to detail including previous experience with MS Office including Excel. Demonstrated ability to learn new systems and software.
· Ability to manage multiple partnerships each with a significant calendar of deliverables
· 2 + years experience in a medium to large organisation
· Emotionally intelligent, high levels of empathy, optimism and relationship building skills, problem solving skills
· Good negotiation skills
· Current driver's license
· Ability to do basic video and still photography at events to capture for social media and event reporting
What's in it for you... You'll be rewarded by working for an amazing brand and a down to earth employer that will remunerate you with a competitive salary + incentives.
· Great team environment and culture
· Personal and professional development programs
· Fantastic staff discounts
· Confidential access to Employee Assistance Program
· Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement initiative
· Company paid Life & TPD insurance
· Regular company events
· Free onsite parking
Additional information
· Full-time position, 8.30am – 4.30pm
· Permanent role with immediate start
· Regular travel to events throughout Australia.
· Australian citizenship/permanent residency & own transport essential
· Office location: Acacia Ridge, QLD
Application procedures
If you feel this ad was written for you, please send a current resume and cover letter, specifically addressing the Selection Criteria (maximum 2 pages)
Successful applicants for this position may be asked to consent to and provide a National Criminal History Check.