Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Custom
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Kevin Johnstone

Aspley

Summary

Sales professional with 12+ years in territory management and business development, specializing in industrial safety, PPE, and workwear sectors. Demonstrated success in expanding market share, fostering long-term client relationships, and consistently meeting sales targets.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

State Sales Manager

Borger Safety & Workwear
2025.12 - Current
  • Drove sales growth and generated revenue across Queensland.
  • Developed new business opportunities and secured major customer accounts, enhancing market presence.
  • Managed key customer relationships and stakeholders to foster long-term partnerships.
  • Lead and support sales team members.
  • Oversee forecasting, pipeline management and reporting.

Territory Manager

ATOM Industrial Equipment Supplier
2014.05 - 2025.10
  • Achieved sales targets through strategic account growth and proactive new business development initiatives.
  • Managed and expanded customer portfolios in mining, construction, manufacturing and industrial sectors, enhancing client engagement and satisfaction.
  • Built strong relationships with procurement, safety and operational stakeholders.
  • Promoted personal protective equipment and workwear at industry trade shows, increasing brand visibility and customer interest.

Earlier Career

1994.01 - 2014.01

Progressed through a range of management and leadership roles across retail, hospitality, fuel distribution, and service station operations. Developed extensive experience in customer service, team leadership, staff training, operations management, inventory control, workplace safety, budgeting, and business performance. Managed teams of up to 31 staff while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction, safety compliance, and operational excellence.

Previous Roles

  • Assistant Manager, All Seasons Katherine (2010-2012)
  • Bar & Restaurant Supervisor, All Seasons Katherine (2008-2010)
  • Depot Supervisor, Australian Fuel Distributors (2007-2010)
  • Site Manager, BP Complex Tennant Creek (2004-2007)
  • Site Manager, Central Service Station Tennant Creek (2002-2004)
  • Grocery Manager / Duty Manager, Coles Supermarkets (1994-2002)

Education

Year 12 -

Beaudesert State High School

Certificate II -

Retail Operations & Management

Forklift Licence -

RSA Certification -

Health, Safety & Risk Management Training -

Skills

  • Territory Management
  • Business Development
  • Key Account Management
  • Sales Growth & Revenue Generation
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • PPE & Safety Solutions
  • Workwear & Uniform Solutions
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Team Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Atom East Region Sales Representative of the year 2022

Custom

  • Year 12 - Beaudesert State High School
  • Certificate II Retail Operations & Management
  • Forklift Licence
  • RSA Certification
  • Health, Safety & Risk Management Training

Referees

Steve Quinn
Regional Sales Manager, Blackwoods

Darren Dietez
Former National Sales Manager, ATOM

Contact details available upon request.

Timeline

State Sales Manager

Borger Safety & Workwear
2025.12 - Current

Territory Manager

ATOM Industrial Equipment Supplier
2014.05 - 2025.10

Earlier Career

1994.01 - 2014.01

Year 12 -

Beaudesert State High School

Certificate II -

Retail Operations & Management

Forklift Licence -

RSA Certification -

Health, Safety & Risk Management Training -

Kevin Johnstone