Specification Manager - Permarock
You will be responsible for driving promotions of Knauf products/systems to the Architectural/Design community to secure advantage specifications and collaborate with Commercial Sales
With its launch in 2002, AQUAPANEL® established the cement board category, and helped influence a new generation of construction. Since then, growth has been strong and constant, and today AQUAPANEL® is a flagship global brand with a presence in more than 60 countries.
WE ARE PARTNERS
We believe in collaboration with all of our stakeholders – architects, distributors, dealers, contractors, installers and planners. We are invested in their ambitions and committed to their success by working together, for the long-term. We listen closely, respond quickly and openly share information and innovation at every stage of a project, offering exceptional levels of service and support in order to meet and exceed expectations. By delivering this level of customer focus, we act as true partners, creating certainty that changes the way the world builds – together.
WE ARE PIONEERS
We believe in the power of innovation. We constantly seek out new technologies to create cutting-edge products and systems for new and existing applications. We integrate these into a modular suite of internal and external solutions. The result is a ‘total envelope’ offering which benefits from an ongoing program of improvement and evolution. We embrace the latest thinking and materials, and we’re always looking to make headway in new markets and territories. And we explore new channels and technologies to engage with our customers in better ways. By developing pioneering solutions, we deliver certainty, now and for the future.
We invite you to be part of our dream. Make tomorrow a home for all of us.
About the role:
Knauf Aquapanel is seeking a passionate and reliable candidate for its Specification Manager role. In this you will be responsible for providing innovate solutions, identify and engage potential customers, drive promotions, create designs and specifications for architects / designers to the Architectural/Design community to secure advantage specifications and collaborate with Commercial Sales to convert specifications to sales orders.
It is critical you have a strong understanding of the specification process through the construction cycle and the ability to communicate on multiple levels of influences within Architectural firms and the broader design/construction community. This role will be based in Port Melbourne, VIC and report to the National Architecture and Specifications Manager.
Role responsibilities:
- Drive specification of Knauf products and systems through architectural support, giving advice on legal building regulations and promotion of new/existing products to market, value added services such BIMWIZARD, E Tools and Value Engineering; targeting key Architectural firms and building segments in the designated region
- Maximize conversion of advantage specifications to sales orders by collaborating with the Commercial Sales and Engineering teams throughout the construction cycle
- Identify new project opportunities through multiple platforms (e.g. Estimate ONE, Bid Contender) and work to convert these specifications with our architectural contacts to Knauf products/systems to maximize sales opportunities
- Ensure strong customer engagement with Knauf is achieved through key account plans, CPD requirements, project support including design reviews, technical responses, product sample approvals, ensure engagement is across multiple level of influence (Architectural Director, Senior Architects, project Architects and interior designers)
- Be responsible for initiating customer back innovation through representation and feedback from Architectural community regarding design issues or design trends and feeding information into Knauf innovation pipeline
Candidate requirements:
- Qualification in Engineering or Architecture
- 3 – 5 years of experience in selling high quality systems tendered by architects, planners and general contractors
- Specialized knowledge in a specific market or with similar product types
- Willingness to travel intensively, with a valid driver licence
- Fluent in English with strong communication skills and experience with CRM platform (Salesforce)
- Demonstrate proven track record in collaboration with Sales teams for the conversion of specifications to sales orders
- Good understanding of building regulations/codes and construction practices
On Offer:
- Competitive Salary package (base + super)
- Eligible for Bonus (SIP)
- Company Vehicle also included
- Yearly pay review
- 14-week Parental Leave (Primary Carer)
- High organic internal growth promoted within
- Modern office technology
- On-site Parking
Please note, applicants must have entitlements to work in Australia, as part of the recruitment process, police and medical checks for security clearance pertaining to specific job requirements will be conducted for successful applicants.
- Department
- Commercial
- Locations
- Knauf Australia
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
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Colleagues
Knauf Australia
Workplace & Culture
Knauf employees play a large part in the success of the company. Their performance, competence and motivation are based on the implementation of the Knauf values of entrepreneurial spirit, dedication, partnership and humanity in the course of their daily work. Individual performances make a contribution to our joint success as a team. This is the basis for further growth of the Knauf Group.
About Knauf Aquapanel
The company Knauf Aquapanel GmbH & Co. KG was founded in 2002 as a joint venture between Knauf and USG, two of the world's leading producers of drywall solutions. As a leading manufacturer of cement board systems, Knauf Aquapanel is committed to developing innovative building materials for interior, exterior and floor applications. The premium AQUAPANEL® brand is now considered the first choice of architects, specifiers as well as fabricators and offers significant performance benefits for all building types.
Specification Manager - Permarock
You will be responsible for driving promotions of Knauf products/systems to the Architectural/Design community to secure advantage specifications and collaborate with Commercial Sales
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