Area Sales Manager - Pumps, Australia East Primary Location: Eagle Farm, Brisbane, QLD, AU; Townsville, QLD, AU; Paget, QLD, AUJoin an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world's natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.Job posting end date: 06/04/2025 Introduction We are seeking an Area Sales Manager, Pumps - Australia East to join our Pumps team. You will support and develop Pumps business lines technologies portfolio - Pumps, Valves, Hose, and Cyclones - and provide onsite and offsite technical sales support for Metso team and customers.You will collaborate with other business teams to ensure exceptional customer experience.This position reports to the Director, Pumps, and can be based in Brisbane, Mackay, or Townsville, with flexibility for other Queensland locations. What you'll do Drive profitable Pumps PG sales growth, including capex and services, for assigned sites. Proactively identify sales opportunities, respond to RFQs, RFIs, and tenders to ensure consistent growth.Maintain a customer-focused approach, ensuring responsiveness and building strong relationships.Troubleshoot equipment and service issues with technical support.Develop and implement growth and aftermarket retention strategies tailored to customer needs.Monitor market share and opportunity gaps, focusing on closing them.Develop pump trial proposals based on solid business cases.Provide accurate quarterly budgets and forecasts for assigned sites.Maintain customer records using CRM systems.Build trust as a knowledgeable advisor for slurry pumping solutions.Ensure excellent customer care and face-to-face engagement.Train customer personnel on product applications and operations.Stay informed about industry trends, competitors, and market influences. Who are you Experience in Sales and Customer Relationship ManagementUnderstanding of the mining industryExperience with maintenance supportResult-oriented with a proactive attitudeStrong communication, negotiation, and presentation skillsWillingness to travel extensively for customer engagementKnowledge of CRM systemsAbility to meet performance metricsDevelopment and training opportunities are available. What's in it for you Prioritization of safety and well-beingCompetitive salary with annual incentivesAdditional annual leave benefitsFlexible working arrangementsPaid parental leave of 18 weeksVolunteer leave optionsActive social and family eventsComprehensive medical benefits, including private health insuranceCompany-provided salary continuance insuranceOpportunities for career development and educationMetso is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering an equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, religion, gender, or other protected characteristics.As a leader in sustainable technologies and services, Metso aims to improve energy and water efficiency, increase productivity, and reduce environmental risks. Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Metso employs nearly 17,000 people across 50 countries, with sales of about EUR 4.9 billion in 2024. It is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.