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Form of workThe Role
Reporting to the Industrial Business Development Manager and working from a home-based office, you will be a strategic thinker and problem solver who is self-motivated and proficient at time management.
This is an exciting time at Makita. Your ability to assess new industrial product opportunities and develop successful, long-term end user business relationships will be instrumental to your success. You will be part of a national Business Development team but will also work autonomously in your role as an Industrial Business Development Representative.
Previous experience working with power tools and equipment in an industrial environment will be looked upon favourably but is not essential.
Due to the high level of engagement with a diverse industrial end user audience, you will be required to travel both locally and regionally within WA.
About Makita
Makita Corporation was founded in 1915 as an electric motor sales and repair company who in 1958 became the first company in Japan to manufacture electric planers. Now, over 100 years on we have a reputation as the world leading manufacturer of power tool products for the Building & Construction, Power Garden and Commercial Cleaning industries.
Primary responsibilities:
- Building relationships with targeted end users for the purpose of product research and development.
- Working closely with key dealers and the Makita sales team to capitalise on opportunities.
- Performing product demonstrations and presentations.
- Responding to questions relating to market demands and new products.
- Actively seeking solutions to workplace challenges.
- Reporting feedback on products from trial clients and well as general market information.
Skills and experience you will need:
- Experience with power tools and equipment.
- Success working within a similar role.
- Relevant industry contacts.
- Demonstrated Sales/Customer Service experience.
- Finely tuned multi-level communication skills.
- Intermediate MS Office skills (i.e. PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
- Ability to react and adapt within a fast-paced environment.
Culture
At Makita, we value our culture and the way we work together to deliver results. Our success is due to the quality of our products, the high calibre of our people and the commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
Benefits
- Fully maintained company vehicle (Ford Ranger Supercab)
- Tools of trade including iPad and iPhone
- Incentive scheme
- On-the-job training
Recruitment, Selection and Privacy policy
Successful candidates will be required to complete an extensive pre-employment selection process encompassing interviews, background/reference checks and a medical which includes a drug and alcohol test.
All personal information received by us from you or about you will be stored, used and disclosed by us in accordance with our privacy policy, a copy of which can be found at www.makita.com.au/Company/privacy-policy.
In line with Makita (Australia) Pty Ltd’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all current and prospective employees are required to hold the necessary vaccination certificates or alternatively have a medical exemption. In order to commence employment with Makita (Australia) Pty Ltd, an individual must provide evidence of their vaccination status or exemption prior to commencing employment.
How to apply
- Click Apply to submit your application.
- ONLY candidates who can demonstrate relevant experience will be contacted.
Applications will close on or before 10 April 2024.
To all recruitment agencies: Makita does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Makita employees or any other company location. Makita is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
