• As part of our employee perks, you’ll receive discounts on products
• Flexible working options and Career progression opportunities
• Dynamic sales role in a supportive team environment!

Total Tools Ashfield is looking for a Full Time Business Development Support role, who has a real passion for tools & trades. This is an exciting and rare opportunity for you to hone your sales craft and provide support to the Business Development Manager in driving the sales strategy!

This position will suit a motivated individual who has previous sales experience working within a dynamic environment with solid growth. As our next Business Development Administrator, you will be supporting the Business Development Manager in providing the highest level of customer service and sales to current, new, and potential account customers to enable the store to exceed customer expectations and support meeting the overall store performance levels.

What will you be doing?

• Assisting the BDM in achieving sales, margin, and product mix targets
• Assisting BDM in all clerical duties  
• Building solid working relationships and developing rapport with key stakeholders/accounts.
• Liaising with, and finding solutions, for current and potential clients
• Research and build relationships with new clients
• Monitor performance of sales for each account
• Attracting new customers in addition to growing existing business- you will be comfortable cold calling as required  

Does this sound like you?

• A sound business acumen with the ability to understand sales concepts
• Experience influencing and negotiating with trade partners
• Experience in communicating with and managing customers
• Strong work ethic and 'can do' attitude 
• Organised with excellent time management skills 
• Self-motivated with an ability to work autonomously, as well as in a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an eye for detail
• Comfortable with technology – computer literacy is a must, with a professional phone manner
• A comprehensive understanding and previous experience in the trade and industrial sector an advantage 

Why work for us?

For 30 years, Total Tools has operated as the ultimate tool shop, delivering the right tools and advice for our customers, who are building the future! We are the first choice for trade quality tools and best of all, most of our nationwide stores are locally owned and operated.

In 2020, we were proud to join the Metcash group, alongside brands such as IGA, Mitre 10 and Home Timber and Hardware (just to name a few). While continuing to operate as separate entities, we are working together on opportunities that generate long-term growth and value for the independent sector. Join us, and you are joining the biggest and the best in the industry!

Our operating model is one that respects and invests in our team and customers. We live by our values- One Team, Own it & Get it Done, Customer First & Be the Difference!

We also offer:

• Competitive Remuneration & Laptop Provided
• Ongoing product training in market leading brands like Bosch, Makita, Milwaukee, and many, many more
• Commitment to ongoing job security, development, and growth
• As part of our employee perks, you’ll receive discounts on products
• Flexible working options and Career progression opportunities
• Dynamic sales role in a supportive team environment!

All that is left to do is to apply to join the Total Tools team!

Total Tools is a proud equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All hiring decisions are based upon skills, qualifications, and merit.

Only applicants with valid working rights in Australia will be considered for this position.