Sales & Applications Engineer

About the company and the product.

For many decades now, this global organization has become a genuine industry leader specializing in research, design, and manufacturing of Motion & Control solutions supporting mobility and industrial applications. In Australia, they have many years servicing all major customers directly or via their distributor network.

Their products and solutions are vast and cover many industries and locations where something is moving – even deployed under the hardest of conditions.  Their high precision roller bearings and ball bearings are spinning away in wind turbines and machine tools, their linear systems are hard at work in production lines, while their automotive products are to be found in vehicles from just about every major automotive manufacturer.

About the Role

They are seeking a dynamic sales and application engineer professional to join their operation based in Brisbane or located close by to Brisbane.  This role will see you provide technical support to new and existing customers promoting value-based selling across key market segments.

Skills and Experience

As the ideal candidate and to make the transition as smooth as possible, you will possess the following key attributes:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/ Industrial Engineering or Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• 1-5 years of experience in manufacturing/engineering and sales experience displaying sound mechanical aptitude and confident to be hands-on when required.
• Prior knowledge of bearings and their applications is preferred but not essential. Applicants with no prior knowledge of bearings/power transmission products should be keen learners to be mentored from the best in the industry.
• Good written and verbal communication skills. Japanese language literacy will be an added advantage.
• Good analytical skills to apply in day-to-day operations servicing customers with value adding solutions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and further develop existing business within QLD.
• Perform account management duties across key customers and segments in both OEM and aftermarket businesses.
• Continuous sales activity in Queensland to meet sales objectives and budgets.
• Develop strategic business plans for the Queensland region to support penetrating new markets and customers.
• Establish close working relationships with senior management and decision makers at customers to provide the highest levels of service and satisfaction.
• Provide technical support and application specific solutions to customers within the responsible region supporting existing business as well as opening new opportunities.
• Provide engineering support to the industrial bearing sales team.
• Create and conduct technical and commercial presentations/proposals
• Provide training to Distributors and End Users.
• Liaise with both their regional technical center and parent company in Japan regarding technical matters.
• Provide assistance to customers with regards to bearing selection, application analysis and reviews including preparing detailed reports.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly motivated, innovative, proactive & customer focused.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously.
• Must operate with high levels of integrity and dependability.
• Confident interpersonal & communication skills, able to present solutions and ideas.
• Demonstrate strong sales instincts and resilience, always looking for new business and solutions.
• Inquisitive nature will be advantageous.
• Able to plan, organize customer calls and prioritize competing work demands to meet deadlines and work objectives.
• Must hold a current Australian driver's license.

Other Requirements

• Some travel will be required.

Benefits

• Permanent Full Time Position in a leading Global Manufacturer with long term job security.
• Attractive remuneration package commensurate with your experience.
• Fully maintained Company Vehicle, as well as other tools of the trade such as mobile phone and laptop.
• Ongoing training and opportunities for upskilling with access to the latest technologies.
• Supportive management who values your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success.

How to apply

To join this global success story, please click on the "Apply Now" button and attach a copy of your resume quoting reference number 60401TH