State Manager WA

Australian Liquor Marketers (ALM) is the Liquor wholesale division of Metcash. We are the largest wide range wholesaler to the independent liquor trade. Being part of something bigger in the ALM team is all about making a huge difference for the local retailers businesses and communities we service. And while youre championing successful independents the wider Metcash family is behind you with a sea of opportunities to develop yourself grow your career and make your mark.

About the Opportunity

The WA State Manager will lead ALMs growth and operational performance across the Western Australian market. This role oversees the On-Premise Sales team and logistics operations at the Canning Vale Distribution Centre driving sales profitability and service outcomes through strong commercial leadership and effective supply chain management. Leading a high-performing team the role focuses on building customer and supplier relationships while identifying opportunities for sustainable growth across the state. As the senior ALM representative in WA the State Manager will also drive industry engagement and represent the business across key stakeholders. The role is based at our Canning Vale office and reports into the EGM ALM Wholesale.

In this Role

• Manage Profit & Loss (P&L) for ALM WA focusing on optimising EBIT through efficient sales margins cost control and sales growth initiatives
• Develop and execute a nationally aligned state-level strategy to protect and grow our wholesale business deliver operational excellence sales growth and profitability
• Identify areas of opportunity for growth and work towards expanding market share in the on-premise sector
• Ensure effective management of stock on hand (SOH) to maintain best-in-class service levels for customers
• Lead and manage the WA region fostering a positive and productive team environment.
• Manage key relationships with suppliers customers and stakeholders in WA.
• Ensure compliance of all regulatory legal ethical environment and Metcash policies

Youre Likely a Match If

• Extensive experience within a Sales Leadership role.
• Extensive experience within liquor/FMCG industry
• Commercial acumen demonstrated experience preparing reading and achieving financial budget
• Confidence in dealing with conflict and difficult conversations
• Excellent negotiation communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on results-oriented approach.

Whats on offer

Were proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being growth and belonging:

Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave 2 well-being days plus 1 volunteer day annually

Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities

Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers

Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion

Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA )

Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia

Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited

About Us

Join us and be part of something bigger!

Metcash is Australias leading wholesale distribution company with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125.

We believe in the power of independent family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food liquor and hardware pillars we help retailers become the Best Store in Their Town by providing merchandising operational and marketing support.

Were committed to diversity inclusion and sustainability and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds including First Nations. If you need support during the application process just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.

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We are the largest supplier of liquor to independently owned liquor retailers and the largest broad range liquor wholesaler in Australia.

ALM supplies over 12000 liquor addition to supplying liquor stores ALM incorporates a specialist on-premise liquor division that supports bars pubs restaurants and hotels. Through our network of 14 distribution centres located in each State and territory in Australia we support independent businesses with a competitively priced and extensive liquor range delivered through our cost effective and efficient supply chain.