Sales Manager (Timber Industry)

Our client, based in Glenorchy, Tasmania are a leading player in the timber wholesale industry, providing high-quality timber products to both retail and commercial clients. They are seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead their team and drive continued growth and success.

This is a full-time permanent role, offering a competitive salary package and the opportunity to work in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

This role would be full-time Monday - Friday between 7am to 4.30pm.

About the Role:

• You will be responsible for generating leads and manage client relationships.


• Meeting or exceeding sales targets.


• Staying up-to-date with market trends and pricing strategies.


• Sourcing and negotiate pricing with timber suppliers to maintain competitive stock levels.


• Developing sales strategies for timber products, targeting both retail and commercial clients.


• Ensuring product knowledge is up-to-date to offer informed advice on timber grades, treatments, and uses.


• Overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with OH&S standards.


• Delegating tasks to yard staff and maintain accurate stock levels.


• Occasionally operating a counterbalance forklift to load & unload timber onto trucks/containers.


• Coordinating stock deliveries and ensure quality control of timber products upon arrival.


• Providing professional advice and timely quotations.


• Ensuring customer orders are delivered on time and to specification.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in a sales management role, ideally in the timber or building materials sector.


• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a small team.


• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.


• LF Forklift license


• Valid Tasmanian (or Australian) driver's license.


• Knowledge of freight and supplier costs in a competitive market.

How to Apply:

Click the Apply Now button and follow the Application Process through or alternatively please email me directly on Matthew.Miranda@Programmed.com.au.

To be considered for this role you must provide one of the following Australian Proof of Right to Work Documents; (Australian Birth Certificate, or current passport that confirms unlimited work rights)

Please note all applications will be treated as private and confidential and only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

If you are a short-listed candidate you must complete 1x Programmed Permanent Induction Document prior to your site-interview. For this role they will be conducting a pre-employment medical check, drug & alcohol test & police check and asking for a Driving History Check.