Business Development Manager – South Brisbane Metro & Regional Area

GSM Electrical (Australia) Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

GSM Electrical (Australia) Pty Ltd in Brisbane is seeking a Business Development Manager for the South Brisbane Metro and regional area. You will drive revenue growth for the TRADER brand, build strong customer relationships, and navigate a fast-growing electrical wholesale and contracting market.

We value self-motivation, energy, and a proven ability to operate autonomously in an entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for sales success and results-driven attitude.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple accounts.
• Strong customer focus with proven win-win negotiation skills.
• B2B sales experience in electrical/contracting sector preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth and meet profit targets for the TRADER brand.
• Develop and nurture relationships within Southern Brisbane Metro and broader regional customers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify market opportunities and convert leads.
• Report to the Regional Chief and manage sales cycles from prospecting to closure.

Skills

Sales leadership

Autonomy

Customer focus

Job description

Business Development Manager – South Brisbane Metro & Regional Area

Headquartered in South Australia and privately owned, GSM Electrical (Australia) Pty Ltd is a highly respected and acknowledged leader in the Electrical Industry.

Our Sales Growth continues to be exceptional with a proud culture that drives passion and success.

We are entering into an exciting new phase with an opportunity for a highly skilled sales professional to join our dynamic and fast-growing team with the imminent retirement of industry stalwart Greg Milne, making way for a new person to join Trader in the Southern Queensland Team.

The Business Development Manager role is pivotal in driving revenue growth whilst achieving profit targets for the "TRADER" brand amongst the Australian Electrical Wholesale and Electrical Contracting community.

Regardless of your background, if you are motivated to achieve great things – then apply for this role! We are seeking a self-motivated, energetic and results driven sales and relationship professional who thrives on working autonomously within an entrepreneurial environment and who has the demonstrated ability and experience to establish credibility, respect, and influence to deliver sales growth results.

This role services customers in the Southern Brisbane Metropolitan area plus a wider country region (exacts yet TBD) and reports to Jason Blake, South QLD / Upper NSW Regional Chief from 1 January 2027.

Skills and Experience:

• First and foremost, > A passion for sales success, winning & high achievements
• Second > Brings enthusiasm, initiative, and a proven ability to manage work autonomously
• Third > A drive to satisfy customers and achieve a Win:Win as partners
• Electrical or construction industry experience preferred, but not essential if you understand sales and customers particularly in the B2B environment.
• Ability to identify market opportunities and grow revenue an advantage.
• Excellent commercial acumen a bonus.
• Follow through capabilities essential.
• Polished communication and negotiations skills helpful.
• Ability to multi-task with organisation and attention to detail.
• Passion and energy to influence and drive the growth of the business.

A competitive remuneration package (including car allowance) with significant incentive for exceptional performance will be offered to the successful candidate.

Applications close on Monday, 16 November 2026 with only successful applicants contacted direct for an interview.