Area Sales Manager

About the Company

Komatsu Forklifts Australia promote, sell, hire and service the full range of Komatsu forklifts with niche products to ensure that we have the right solution for our customer's needs.

About the Role

Komatsu is looking for motivated and commercially minded Area Sales Managers to join our forklift sales team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of your territory, develop new business and represent a range of material handling equipment, with a great commission structure, plus a car allowance.

The Opportunity

As an Area Sales Manager, you'll manage your own territory, driving sales of new and used forklifts, short-term hire solutions and ongoing customer business. You'll have the autonomy to plan your day, build your pipeline and develop lasting customer relationships, with ongoing training and support to help you succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through prospecting, customer visits and relationship building.
• Manage and grow your territory, balancing new business development with existing customer accounts.
• Drive sales of new and used forklifts, equipment hire and material handling solutions.
• Prepare quotations, negotiate deals and deliver solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Maintain an organised sales pipeline using Salesforce CRM and work towards agreed sales targets.

The Benefits

• Technology: Discounts on Apple, Dell, Lenovo and Microsoft products.
• Health: Discounted corporate rates with Bupa and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program with total wellbeing solution provider LifeWorks.
• Cars, Home & Hardware: Discounts with Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Kennards Hire, Bridgestone and Orix.
• Travel: Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown Hotels, IHG and travel agent.

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities we're Looking For

• Previous sales experience, ideally in forklifts, capital equipment, automotive or mechanical products.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work autonomously.
• Good organisational skills and confidence using CRM systems.
• A willingness to learn, take initiative and actively pursue new business.
• A current driver's licence.

About Us

Join the Komatsu family and you'll become a part of a dynamic, supportive and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for career progression on a global scale, training and personal growth.