Experian Data Quality (EDQ) is looking for a Partner Account Manager to join our high-performing Data Quality Team. EDQ is a global leader in providing data quality software and services. We help our clients to proactively manage the quality of their data through world class data validation, profiling, enrichment, matching, data governance and migration capabilities. With flexible SaaS and on-premise deployment models, Experian Data Quality software empowers organisations around the world to take control of their data, drive efficiency and maximise customer experience.

This role will focus on Partnerships in both our Data Quality Management and Contact Data Validation solutions, covering key verticals. Partners may include other software vendors, resellers, consulting firms and system integrators.

What you’ll need to bring to the role & Experian

• Executive presence and experience in presenting to technical teams, senior stakeholders and decision makers.
• Work very closely with the direct sales team with a collaborative, optimistic approach, showing the willingness to operate in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
• High attention to detail and motivation when handling multiple tasks and working with a range of stakeholders across Experian, partners and clients.

Work that matters - What you’ll be doing

• Developing and implementing partner sales, marketing and expansion strategies.
• Achieving a new business sales target via partner led and partner supported. These partnerships will be aimed at finding and closing business with EDQ solutions sold to or through the partner network.
• Promoting Experian’s brand to partners, customers and prospects via marketing input, webinars, presentations and referrals.
• Supporting on meetings with the Global Partnerships team discussing and implementing strategies to expand EDQ’s partner channel.
• The candidate will be responsible for taking the Partnership from initial concept introduction to contracts, opportunity sourcing and execution. This will involve engaging and managing a complex stakeholder ecosystem of Partner decision makers, salespeople, technical consultants, delivery, legal and procurement. 
• Responsible for a minimum of 25 partner/client meetings per month, including regular cadences with key contacts, net new contacts and facilitating client meetings with partners and account managers.
• Lead sales enablement sessions for Partner sales teams and work closely with Presales to deliver technical enablement for sessions and product demonstrations.
• Actively contribute to a culture where the fair treatment of customers is at the heart of the Experian business.  Take personal responsibility to ensure you adhere to all regulatory requirements and apply appropriate controls in the interests of our customers.
• Attend and contribute to weekly sales training workshops, deal reviews and forecast meetings which are all at the core of Experian’s high-performance environment.

Circular Plastics Australia (CPA) is a leading innovator in sustainable plastics recycling, specialising in the conversion of post-consumer plastics into food-grade rPET (recycled polyethylene terephthalate) resins. Our commitment to environmental responsibility and product quality drives our mission to reduce plastic waste and promote a circular economy. We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our team at our state-of-the-art rPET recycling facility in Altona North.

About this opportunity

As a Laboratory Technician at CPA, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in our rPET production process. You will be responsible for conducting laboratory tests, maintaining accurate records, and supporting the site management team in maintaining and improving product quality. This role requires a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

*** Candidates applying for this role must be available and willing to work weekend shifts

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Quality (QA & QC) Testing: Perform routine quality control tests on in-process material and finished product, including hot-washed flake and rPET pellets.
• Record and analyse test results, ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Assist in identifying trends, deviations, and potential quality issues. 
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results. 
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and organized laboratory records, including test data, test methods, and quality control procedures. 
• Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols, quality control standards, and environmental regulations. Assist in audits and compliance inspections as required.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, to address quality issues, implement process improvements, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay current with industry best practices, new testing methods, and emerging technologies related to recycling and rPET production. Participate in training programs as required.

Your skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

• Prior experience in a quality control or laboratory technician role, preferably in a plastics or recycling environment, is not a must but considered highly desirable as a plus.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing methods and equipment, including spectrophotometers, rheometers, and mechanical testing machines.
• Experience with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict testing protocols.
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Commitment to safety, environmental sustainability, and quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint,).