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Your role

P&G's Sales Graduate program offers an exciting opportunity to manage your own multi-million dollar business and budget from day one.  You'll be responsible for leading sales of well-known brands like Gillette, Oral-B, and Olay while collaborating with Australia's biggest grocery retailers.

This program is ideal for candidates with strong analytical skills who are seeking a challenging and rewarding career that fosters both personal and professional growth.

Full-time positions are available for August/September 2024 and February 2025.

The role focuses on developing strong partnerships with retailers and crafting plans that excite shoppers in-store and online.  Success hinges on building collaborative working relationships and a deep understanding of the business.  As part of a dynamic, multi-functional team, you'll be immersed in a fast-paced and ever-changing industry,  holding real business responsibility for iconic consumer brands.  P&G seeks a candidate with the ability to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with others.

This role reports to P&G’s Sales Execution Manager for Australia & New Zealand. Sales graduate roles are available in Sydney and Melbourne.

Responsibilities:

• Developing, selling, implementing, and evaluating business plans to meet or exceed financial goals
• Collaborating with multi-functional teams to develop strategies and plans
• Managing and improving distribution, pricing, shelving, and merchandising
• Translate business plans into measurable selling points for the customer
• Develop productive working relationships with key customer contacts and sell mutually effective business plans
• Use analytical tools and integrate various data systems to develop new insights
• Provide input into retailer category strategy

About you

Job Qualifications:

• Must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or NZ Resident
• Currently completing the final year of a Bachelor’s degree or recent graduate
• Have a minimum credit average across your University results
• Must have an Australian Drivers License
• Strong leadership experience, i.e. leadership positions in clubs, teams, societies etc.
• Well-rounded life experience i.e., being involved in & contributing to the community
• A collaborative team player with a real passion for winning
• Possess an analytical mind, who can think strategically and foster innovation in all areas of their work
• Passion for stakeholder management and communication
• Experience in the FMCG or Retail industry is preferred

Benefits

P&G prioritizes employee wellbeing, believing it fosters a stronger contribution to the company's success while also empowering employees to achieve their personal goals. That is why their Rewards package is focused on supporting 4 key well-being areas:

• Financial Wellbeing - P&G recognizes that financial security is a key factor in employee well-being.  They offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support financial well-being and empower employees to achieve their long-term financial goals. This ensures employees can focus on excelling in their careers and contributing to the company's success.
• Mental Wellbeing - P&G acknowledges the challenges employees face and offers various programs and benefits to boost mental resilience. These resources equip employees to effectively manage difficulties and thrive in both personal and professional settings.
• Physical Wellbeing - P&G prioritizes employee health and well-being, offering extensive benefits to promote a healthy lifestyle for both employees and their dependents. This focus aims to ensure a productive and successful workforce.
• Work-Life Wellbeing - P&G offers a work environment designed to promote a healthy work-life balance. They provide on-site dining options with healthy choices to fuel employees throughout the day. Additionally, their focus on ergonomics ensures a comfortable workspace that allows for efficient work.

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Training & development

P&G prioritizes individual career development. They craft personalized career paths for employees and offer them the opportunity to work on leading brands.  Extensive leadership training and development programs are available to equip employees for future leadership roles, regardless of their current experience level.  P&G shuns traditional rotational programs and gradual onboarding, instead offering employees the chance to tackle impactful assignments from day one, shaping the business, the world, and their own careers.

Career progression

P&G fosters a culture of internal promotion. A staggering 99% of their senior leadership team rose through the ranks within the company.  This leadership team understands the path to success at P&G and is actively involved in mentoring employees.  In addition to mentorship opportunities, P&G offers access to Talent Councils, designed to guide employees' careers and propel them towards their desired roles.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• pgcareers.com/global/en/benefits
• pgcareers.com/global/en/leadership-development