Job Description

Based on current job listings in the Auckland/Mangere region, roles within the electrical sales and management sector focus on driving business growth, maintaining trade customer relationships, and providing technical solutions for electrical products and services. Here is a breakdown of job descriptions for sales and management roles in this industry:1. Sales Manager (Electrical/Controls)

Role Summary:

Leads sales initiatives, develops sales strategies, and drives business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Set, monitor, and achieve sales targets and business objectives. Build and manage relationships with key clients and stakeholders. Identify new market opportunities and analyze competitor activities. Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and manage sales budgets. Lead, motivate, and mentor sales teams.

Requirements:

Proven experience in sales, strategic planning, and account management, often with a background in the electrical/technical industry.
2. Sales Representative / Territory Manager (Electrical)

Role Summary:

Responsible for visiting trade customers, growing the customer base, and managing a specific sales territory.

Key Responsibilities:

Call on trade customers to maintain positive relationships and increase sales. Promote electrical products, systems, and services. Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell. Manage the sales pipeline from lead generation to closing. Maintain CRM data (e.g., bFO in Schneider Electric) and provide regular sales reports.

Requirements:

Strong communication skills, negotiation abilities, and technical knowledge of electrical products.
3. Sales Consultant / Retail (Electrical)

Role Summary:

Provides front-line sales assistance, often in a retail or showroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Sell electrical products and services to customers. Deliver a high level of customer service. Handle inquiries, quotes, and orders. Assist with inventory and shop floor displays.

Requirements:

Customer service experience, willingness to work weekends and public holidays.
4. Sales Engineer / Technical Sales

Role Summary:

Combines technical expertise with sales skills to sell complex electrical systems and solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations. Provide technical support and training to clients. Develop customized solutions for client projects. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure project viability.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) & Perks

KPIs:

Revenue targets, new customer acquisition, gross margin percentage, and customer retention rates.

Perks:

Often include a company car, tools of the trade, and competitive commission structures.

Common Employers:

Electrical suppliers, utility companies, and automation specialists (e.g., Schneider Electric, Ideal Electrical).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?30,000.00 - ?40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

Field sales: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person