First Forge Australia specialises in the supply of high-quality industrial fasteners with a focus on earthmoving, construction, power generation, mining, oil & gas, transport, civil and heavy engineering industries. With decades of experience, we provide flexible solutions to our customers without compromising on quality, all thanks to our knowledgeable and dedicated team. You can learn more about First Forge Australia at www.firstforge.com.au
ABOUT THE POSITION
We are looking to grow our Sales and Operations team with the addition of a Sales Engineer. Our business is growing, and we need someone with the skills and motivation to support our next chapters. This role would be ideally suited to a graduate/tertiary qualified engineering student with a trade background or experience selling industrial products. As a Sales Engineer, you will: Execute sales strategies for engineered fasteners, custom bolts, and specialty fastening solutions;
Work with customers in our target to understand their needs on a technical level and deliver tailored solutions;
Grow revenue through current client acquisition and account expansion;
Assist in forecasting demand based on project pipelines and industry trends;
Support processes to set pricing strategies aligned with material costs,
manufacturing complexity, and competition. We are open to training the right person to help them become a critical team member of our highly robust and innovative operation.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for someone who: Wants to learn the ins and outs of our business to grow with us
Is mechanically minded and a problem-solver
Can demonstrate technical aptitude
Can confidently read engineering drawings/specifications
Knows how to sell to a diverse customer base
Enjoys building professional relationships
Possesses an Engineering Degree/Trade Certificate (or similar) Holds a current Drivers Licence Desirable:
Knowledge of
Fastener standards
Materials and coatings
Sales Engineer experience, preferably in a related industry
Account Management experience Industrial Sales experience This is a great opportunity for someone to shape their Sales Engineering career within a rapidly growing fastener business, supplying nationally and overseas to the mining, earthmoving equipment and heavy industrial industries. The successful candidate must be able to pass a Police Check and complete a Pre-Employment Medical Assessment