Pirtek is a global network of local businesses that specialises in mobile on-site service and replacement of hydraulic and industrial hose and fittings.
The company is driven to succeed individually, yet are supported by the network who are a phone call away for any query, troubleshooting or resource where needed.
There's no greater collective experience or know-how than at Pirtek. It's a unique place where everyone feels like family, and are treated as equals.
Reporting to the Sales Manager, the sales representative will continue to develop and manage the existing customer base whilst building new business prospects at our Maitland franchise locations.
Key Responsibilities
* Developing trust relationships with a portfolio of customers, acquiring a thorough understanding of their needs and requirements, and expanding the business relationships with existing and target customers by proposing value adding solutions that meet their requirements and business objectives.
* Accountable for the sales development of the market segment in your assigned territory.
* Analyse the market segment within your territory and identify potential and existing customer accounts with opportunities for our products and services.
* Implement direct sales strategies including conceptual changes to traditional business methodology that will obtain business from new and existing accounts via a planned and proactive business approach.
* Work with franchises to build successful and acceptable levels of sales, profitability, promotional and technical expertise.
* Complete all weekly and monthly reports before or by the due date set.
* Achieve sales targets as set by the Sales Manager for your assigned market sector and territory.
* Ensure that all records are maintained in a secure and readily retrievable manner, for the required duration.
* Competent in CRM software applications, Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
* Effectively manage the sales opportunity pipeline for your assigned territory, increasing sales within the existing customer base and growth of new customers.
* Customer Acquisition. Develop, plan, and execute new customer acquisition strategies.
* Ability to travel 4 days on the road (customer engagement) and 1 day in office (Administration tasks) to ensure the completion of customer call cycles with planned visitation and cold calling components.
* Operate within provided account discount structures and relevant trading terms and the implementation of contract guidelines.
* Manage customer expectations and execute the sale of products and services as the industry's most preferred or best solutions, realising market leadership.
Other
* Attending regular and ad-hoc meetings as required.
* Attending and participate in all company training.
* Displaying and ongoing commitment to the 8 Promises in all interactions with colleagues, customers, and other internal and external stakeholders.
* Provide routine reporting as scheduled and ad hoc as required.
* Any other tasks as directed by Management.
Vehicle Use:
* Ensure vehicle is clean and tidy.
* Any grievances is communicated in a timely manner, e.g. road accidents etc.
* Ensure company vehicle policy is adhered to.
* Regularly scheduled maintenance including servicing, inspections, and adherence to manufacturer guidelines.
* Monitoring fuel consumption and ensure optimal efficiency, reducing operational costs without compromising speed of service.
* Safety and Compliance. Ensuring all safety features are functional, following traffic regulations, and conducting regular safety checks to mitigate potential risks.
* Monitoring the vehicle's usage to ensure it is utilized effectively, avoiding unnecessary downtime or inefficient routing.
Quality Assurance
* Ensuring all work is performed in accordance with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015.
* Ensuring compliance with quality policies, procedures, practices and management directions.
* Participating in training, as directed by your supervisor and/or manager to ensure competence in completing job responsibilities.
* Notifying your supervisor or manager if you are required to perform a task which you do not believe you are competent in performing.
Work Health & Safety (WHS)
* Ensuring all work is performed in accordance with the requirements of WHS AS/NZS 45001:2018.
* Contributing to discussions or requests for feedback / consultation in relation to WHS policies and practices.
* Taking reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and your colleagues at and in relation to your work place.
* Ensuring compliance with WHS policies, procedures, practices, general responsibilities and management directions.
* Ensuring you do not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything which has been provided in the interest of health and safety.
* Reporting any injury, incident, hazard or near-miss to your supervisor and/or manager immediately.
* Ensuring correct PPE is worn at all times.
* Notifying your supervisor and/or manager if you require training to safely perform a task or operate machinery / equipment required by your role responsibilities.
* Participating in the investigation of workplace safety incidents where you may be involved, have witnessed the incident or otherwise have relevant knowledge.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
Essentials
* Driver's license (*Essential).
* Must have the right to work in Australia.
* Available full-time.
* Strong interpersonal communication skills (both written and verbal).
* A strong attention to detail.
* A strong work ethic and pride in the quality of your work.
* A professional appearance and presentation.
* Ability to display confidence in representing our brand.
* A willingness to learn and undertake training as required.
Experience (Desirable)
* Entry-level sales (0-5 years, preferably industrial business environment [B2B and B2C]; relevant training will be provided).
* Solution-selling.
* Fluid-handling sales.
* Hands-on trade background in industrial truck, bus, construction, and automotive environments.
* Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System.
Advantages
* Up-to-date on the latest trends about our segment/s.
* Passionate to lead from the front and results-orientated.
* HUNTER sales mentality.
* Strategic mindset with the ability to lead and assist on new product opportunities.
* Fluid mechanics knowledge.