Account Manager - Packaging Solutions

Visy; Mareeba Shire; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Career growth

Job summary

Visy in Mareeba/Atherton Tablelands is seeking a regional sales representative to lead and grow fibre packaging solutions for tropical produce. You’ll be the on-ground face of Visy in QLD, building relationships with growers, coordinating with internal teams, and delivering sustainable packaging that fits local needs.

This full-time role requires hands-on customer engagement, travel within the region, and a proactive approach to identify growth opportunities while supporting the circular

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, agriculture, or packaging is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with ability to work independently in regional environment.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally.
• Experience with customer relationship management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of regional produce customers, including bananas, papaya, and other tropical crops.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships as Visy's trusted representative.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver seamless solutions and exceptional service.
• Identify opportunities for mutual growth and support operational activities as required.

Skills

Sales experience

Agriculture knowledge

Packaging knowledge

Communication skills

Driver's license

Tools

CRM software

Job description

• Growers rely on you - be their packaging partner.
• Drive real change - sustainability starts with you.
• Own your region - lead with purpose and impact.

Drive customer success in regional QLD by delivering innovative, sustainable packaging solutions for tropical produce.

This is a full-time, customer-facing role based in Mareeba / Atherton Tablelands, QLD, right in the heart of tropical produce country. You'll report directly to the Fibre Packaging Manager and play a key role in supporting regional growers with tailored packaging solutions.

As Visy's on-the-ground representative, you'll be the face of our fibre packaging business in the region-building relationships, solving problems, and helping our customers thrive. You'll work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth operations and deliver packaging solutions that are not only functional but also sustainable.

This role offers a unique opportunity to combine hands-on customer engagement with strategic growth initiatives, all while contributing to the circular economy in one of Australia’s most vibrant agricultural regions.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of regional produce customers, including bananas, papaya, and other tropical crops.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships as Visy's trusted representative.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver seamless solutions and exceptional service.
• Identify opportunities for mutual growth and support operational activities as required.

What You'll Bring:

• Experience in sales, agriculture, or packaging (ideally a combination).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with customers.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently in a regional environment.
• Problem-solving ability and a passion for supporting local industry.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel locally.

What You’ll Love When You Join Us:

• Sustainability: Contribute to initiatives that make a difference.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for further training and career advancement within Visy.
• Tool of Trade: Fully maintained company car incl. personal use

About Visy

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing, and recycling. Over 75 years, we've grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations – predominately in Australia and New Zealand. We believe materials aren’t recycled until they’ve been made into new products. We collect and sort recyclables like paper, cardboard, glass, plastics, and metals, remanufacturing them locally into sustainable packaging. From cardboard boxes and water bottles to food and beverage cans, we use recycled content to power Australia and New Zealand’s food and beverage packaging industry.

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

You will be required to meet Visy's employment criteria, which may include a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol testing.