Fall Protection Sales Specialist

AustraliaFull-timePosted Jul 26, 2026
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Job Description:

  • Contribute to achievement of national sales targets for Fall Protection and the Personal Safety Division (PSD and achieve Fall Protection Sales Targets for NSW territory

  • Development and implementation of sales plan to manage Distributors and End User accounts in territory

  • Identify and close new business opportunities and increase 3M share of wallet with end user customers in sales territory with a focus on identified market segments

  • Establishes and enhances business relationships with major distributors in territory including conducting product training and education on 3M value proposition

  • Support and implement marketing programs, including product and trailer demonstrations

  • Leverage management, marketing & technical staff to improve key business relationships and achieve sales targets

Qualification

Essential:

  • Higher School Certificate or equivalent

  • No Specific Tertiary Qualifications required

  • The incumbent will ideally have formal business qualifications at a tertiary level or have achieved equivalence through diversified experience in industry and commerce. Postgraduate qualifications would be highly regarded.

  • 3-5 years Sales experience with proven results.

  • Key Account Management experience preferred but not mandatory

  • Understand category management, motivational tools

  • Basic understanding of finance, logistics, operations and good business acumen

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS GAINED FROM COURSE WORK OR PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE

  • Proven sales and key account management experience with strong business acumen.

  • Proficiency in CRM systems, pipeline management, and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

  • Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to effectively manage key internal and external stakeholders.

  • Demonstrated ability to leverage customer insights, market trends, and industry analysis to drive business growth.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and active listening skills.

  • Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, customer-focused, and innovative approach.

  • High attention to detail with confidence in engaging diverse stakeholders.

  • Experience in developing new business solutions and identifying growth opportunities.

  • Knowledge of industrial products, manufacturing, or related industry terminology is an advantage.

Location: North Ryde

Worket Type: Permanent

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