Be Part of Our Next Chapter
For over almost 60 years, our solutions have enabled impactful connections between some of the world’s leading brands and their customers. And while we’ve already done a lot of work we’re proud of, we’re just getting started!
We’re a global technology company focused on creating dynamic, smart, personalised and engaging customer experiences powered by our range of digital hardware, our proprietary content management system and our industry leading signage solutions. (For example: If you’ve ordered in-store or in the drive-thru at McDonald’s somewhere in the world in the last few years, chances are you’ve interacted with our digital solutions.) We work in over 50 global markets and have 9 offices around the world, with a global headquarters proudly located in our founding home of Sydney, Australia.
Coates Group has the values of a family-owned business and the innovative spirit of a start-up, both which fuel our purpose – Creating Connections. Empowering Partnerships. Always Evolving. Through hard work, dedication and creativity, we’ve become industry leaders who have won awards and set records while remaining focused on continual growth and evolution. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.
We are curious, charismatic, authentic and we value and leverage the diversity of our crew. We are imaginers, kindness enthusiasts, experts, creators, thinkers, challengers, collaborators and over-achievers. And together, as a Crew, we are revolutionizing the way the world’s leading brands leverage technology to drive the best customer experiences.
The Account Manager plays a key role in building strong client relationships and making sure projects run smoothly from start to finish. As the main point of contact, the role involves getting to know clients, understanding their needs and working closely with internal teams to bring projects to life, on time and within budget.
From keeping communication flowing and proactively managing any issues, to identifying opportunities to grow existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling, this role is all about adding value and delivering a great client experience.
Please note, this role is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.
Key responsibilities for the role
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Develop a strong understanding of client objectives, challenges and opportunities to proactively manage and grow accounts.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders, acting as the primary point of contact.
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Manage client expectations, communications, issues and escalations to ensure high levels of satisfaction.
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Identify and pursue upselling, cross-selling and new business opportunities to drive account growth and revenue.
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Develop account plans that identify priorities, opportunities, risks and actions to grow and strengthen client relationships.
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Work with internal teams to coordinate solutions and ensure client requirements and commitments are delivered effectively.
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Coordinate project requirements, timelines and deliverables to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget.
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Maintain accurate account, opportunity, forecast and client records.
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Monitor account performance and proactively identify risks, opportunities and actions required to achieve commercial and client outcomes.
Qualifications and experience
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Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, project management or a related field.
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Proven experience as an account manager or project manager in a customer-facing role, preferably in the same industry.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
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Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills to address client concerns and achieve win-win outcomes.
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Results-oriented mindset with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
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Proficiency in using CRM/ERP software and other relevant sales and productivity tools.
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Adaptability and resilience to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
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Strong organisational skills to manage multiple clients and prioritise tasks effectively.
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Knowledge of the industry and understanding of the client's business domain an advantage.
About Coates
We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.
We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.
We are led by a forward-thinking CEO who has demonstrated a true passion for people and making Coates a place where people genuinely enjoy working. Our growth plans enable a focus on providing rapid career advancement opportunities for our talent.
Together, we are creators, allowing us to make our purpose a reality – to create immersive brand experiences for everyone.
Join a Crew that Cares
Be part of a global team of talented, ambitious, creative people that value integrity, individuality and inclusivity. (Ask us about our Equality + Empowerment Initiatives).
The benefits include an annual market competitive bonus program and our “Thrive Program” which includes a suite of flexible work options because we’re strong believers that you should never miss an important life or work moment. Thrive also provides dedicated time to prioritize our health and wellbeing (think virtual Yoga or meditation sessions), a Global Wellness paid day off to recharge as well as a “Give Back Day” to allow our Crew an opportunity to make an impact in the community.
Be inspired To Be More
We skip the red tape and aim to always stay nimble. We’re proud of where we’ve been and are energized by where we’re going. We encourage ideas and perspectives because we know the more we have, the better we are. We work hard but have fun along the way. We push the boundaries but keep it real and authentic. We believe in the values that got us here are the ones that will continue to lead us forward. We are excited by what we’ve accomplished, but know the best is yet to come.
Coates Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).
Fraud Alert: Employment Scam Advisory
It has come to our attention that unauthorised individuals are impersonating our company and reaching out to job seekers through fraudulent emails, falsely claiming to represent Coates. These emails often request personal information and appear to come from domains that are not affiliated with our organisation, such as coatesgroupcareer.com.
We take this matter very seriously. Coates has reported these incidents to law enforcement and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. We are committed to protecting the integrity of our recruitment process and the privacy of our applicants.
Please be advised of the following:
- We do not contact employment candidates via email to solicit personal or financial information
- All emails from us will come from our official domain, which is [at]coatesgroup[dot]com or via our Applicant - Tracking System (ATS) email address, which is no-reply[at]hire.lever[dot]co
If you receive any suspicious communications purporting to be from Coates, we urge you not to respond, do not click any links, and do not provide any personal information. Your safety and trust are of the utmost importance to us. Thank you for your vigilance.
