The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Business Manager to drive growth, strengthen market presence, and further establish market leadership within the Coatings & Construction. This role is ideal for a commercially driven professional who thrives on building sustainable value through strategic sales management, business development, and market leadership. Key Responsibilities Sales Management Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts across the market. Develop existing customer relationships while identifying and securing new business opportunities. Achieve sales targets with a strong focus on profitable growth and margin optimisation. Identify and onboard new suppliers and product lines aligned with market demand. Conduct regular customer visits to build strong, long-term relationships at all levels. Monitor payment terms and manage commercial risk across the customer portfolio. Identify new product opportunities through market analysis and customer insight. Ensure compliance with local regulations for all new and existing business. Plan, implement, and monitor sales and marketing campaigns. Business Development Develop market mapping and identify priority growth opportunities across ANZ. Build and execute a growth plan and value proposition for the business. Support sales and business development initiatives across Australia. Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and support execution in local markets. Project Management Translate budget targets into actionable sales pipelines. Identify, support, and capture new business opportunities. Manage and mitigate risks associated with ongoing projects. Support collaboration and knowledge sharing across teams and regions. Skills & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (or related discipline) is required. Minimum 5 years’ experience in sales, commercial, or leadership roles. Experience in the coatings / construction chemicals sector is highly regarded. Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation and relationship-building skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities. Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and drive to deliver results. Collaborative team player comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels.