Sales Representative

Job Description

About The Job

Location 

Burwell Technologies, Mackay Branch - Paget, QLD, Australia

Your New Company

Burwell Technologies is a leading manufacturer and distributor of abrasives and surface preparation equipment. At Burwell, we take a long-term view of our products. We believe we have a responsibility to our customers and to the broader environment to make and distribute only high-quality products that last. This is good for the customer, as well as for the environment. By increasing product durability, we all take less, produce less and ultimately waste less.

Each product stamped BURWELL represents quality. From what we source, to how we build. From our functional design to our superb craftsmanship. Our products are designed to last. We stand by our product and would rather you repair your BURWELL product than replace it. We believe in our products and our people. As a family business, we believe in a friendly environment. We are a team. We support each other. 

About The Role

Sales Representative/ FT – Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm

In this role, you will be pivotal in expanding business from Whitsundays/ Proserpine to Gladstone and any west areas including but not limited to Moranbah, Emerald and surrounding areas. You will be occasionally supporting your team with internal sales, logistics and the daily functions of the branch as required, however you will mostly be offsite, selling our products and services to customers. Your goal is to maximise sales and brand promotion through effective customer engagement strategies. You will be working in a small team, reporting to the Mackay Branch Manager. 

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys the challenges of sales, nurturing relationships and exceeding expectations.

Responsibilities

  • Continually increase sales of the branch
  • Expand our reach into new customers for our latest product, Australian Garnet.
  • Promote our Burwell made product range.
  • Establishing, developing and maintaining business relationships with existing customers
  • Acquiring new customers by generating new leads and targeted prospects though proactive inquiry generation and developing effective business relationships
  • Visiting prospective and existing customers as per call cycle
  • Provide a high level of customers service to prospective and existing customers.
  • Liaise with the wider branch network, to develop and execute sales and marketing strategies.
  • Exceed monthly targets
  • Enforce compliance with safety regulations and company standards, prioritising a safe working environment 
  • Maintain and/or lead team to communicate with clients effectively
  • Provide leadership and guidance to site personnel, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment
  • Document project activities, progress, and performance accurately and comprehensively.
  • Respond effectively to any on-site emergencies or unforeseen challenges.
  • Other duties as directed by our QLD State Manager

 

What You’ll Need To Succeed

  • The ability to work within a team with a positive approach to challenges
  • Good problem solver
  • Comfortable with computers and learning new systems
  • Australian drivers licence
  • Direct selling experience
  • Ability to work unsupervised.
  • Planning/Time management of call cycle
  • Ability to identify pain points and address customer needs.
  • The ability to work within a team with a positive approach to challenges.
  • A commitment to company OH&S policies
  • Offsite/ on the road sales experience
  • Excellent communicator at all levels
  • Effective decision maker
  • Some physical lifting of equipment / hoses is a usual task, so a degree of fitness is required.
  • Forklift licence is not essential but is a benefit
  • Knowledge of the industry would be advantageous. 
  • Ability to plan and problem solve.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.

If you have drive and a willingness to learn, then we are happy to train the right candidate.

Benefits

As a little something extra, Burwell offer an extra day of leave for you. We call it our thank you day for staff.

Opportunities

As you get to know our products and company, there may be opportunities for other roles which interest you within Burwell.  We encourage all staff to apply to progress their passions. 

How To Apply

If you feel that you would be the perfect fit, we want to hear from you! Hit the ‘Apply Now’ button or send an email through to victoriap@burwell.com.au

Looking forward to hearing from you!