Account Manager

Role summary

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The Account Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with BlueScope customers, understanding their business needs, and delivering suitable steel and building product solutions. Requirements typically include relevant sales or account management experience, strong commercial and negotiation skills, customer-focused communication, and the ability to manage a portfolio independently. Experience in manufacturing, steel, construction, or a related technical industry is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to achieve sales and margin targets, identify new business opportunities, prepare quotations and forecasts, resolve customer issues, collaborate with internal teams, and maintain accurate CRM records. Regular travel to customer sites may be required, along with a valid Australian driver’s licence.

About the employer

BlueScope is a leading Australian steel and building products company with operations across Australia, Asia, and North America. Established in 1915, the company manufactures and markets flat steel products, coated and painted steel, building components, roofing, walling, and related construction solutions. Its well-known brands include COLORBOND steel and TRUECORE steel. BlueScope serves customers in residential and commercial construction, manufacturing, infrastructure, and industrial markets. The company places strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, customer partnerships, innovation, and responsible manufacturing. Its Australian workforce includes people in production, engineering, sales, supply chain, corporate services, and technical roles. An Account Manager contributes by building customer relationships, supporting business growth, and connecting customer requirements with BlueScope’s products and technical capabilities.

Working in Australia

Australia offers opportunities in sales, engineering, manufacturing, construction, mining, healthcare, information technology, logistics, and professional services. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and Newcastle, with manufacturing and industrial roles often located near regional cities and ports. Australian workplaces generally value direct communication, punctuality, teamwork, safety, and a practical work-life balance. Lifestyle options range from busy city living to coastal communities and outdoor activities, although housing and transport costs vary considerably. Skilled workers may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Skilled Independent visa, state-nominated pathways, or temporary work options, depending on occupation, qualifications, age, and experience. Applicants should check current requirements through the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocating usually involves arranging work rights, health insurance, accommodation, tax registration, and a local bank account. A valid driving licence is useful for customer-facing and regional roles.