Tools Sales Representative | Sulco Nelson

Tool Sales Representative

Sulco is one of New Zealand's leading automotive tool & equipment suppliers for over 50 years with a strong reputation for importing, distributing and supporting some of the world's leading brands of tools & automotive equipment to many of the best workshops in the automotive repair industry. Sulco is a part of the GPC Asia Pacific group which includes other leading NZ companies such as Repco and NAPA!

About the Role

As a Tool Sales Representative, you will play a vital role in driving the growth and profitability of Sulco Tools & Equipment. Your focus on delivering exceptional customer service within your territory will help build lasting relationships and contribute to the success of the business. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your sales career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

What You Will Do

• Manage and grow a portfolio of existing customers while identifying new business opportunities
• Collaborate with other GPC companies to maintain and expand market share
• Plan and execute weekly sales activities and customer visits to maximize sales performance
• Maintain accurate customer profiles and ensure stock levels meet customer needs
• Promote current product lines and seasonal promotions to customers
• Provide regular reports on sales performance, competitor activity, and market opportunities
• Contributing to a culture of safety by putting safety first, ensuring that we all make it safe & make it home

Note, this role will require lifting, bending, climbing & safe driving.

Who We're Looking For:

To be successful in this role you will have proven sales and account management experience and enjoy working towards KPIs and targets. Our clients are experienced automotive trades professionals, so experience or an interest in the automotive industry is essential. Building relationships will come naturally to you, as well as the ability to work within a fast-paced environment.

• Proven success previously in a sales and/or account management role
• Mechanically minded with an understanding of the industry/In-depth knowledge around aftermarket parts and products
• Strong customer focus, having the proven ability to maintain and grow relationships whilst providing personalized service
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to understand and discuss & relay technical information
• An ability to prioritize and organize your workload to always ensure efficiency
• High work ethic and a determination to drive sales.

Why Our Team Loves Working for Sulco:

• Recognition programs and team incentives for your performance
• An inclusive team environment: our team are important members of GPC
• Ongoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potential
• Attractive team member pricing across all GPC AP businesses
• We proactively support our working parents in a variety of meaningful ways, and our parental leave top-up allowance is one of the ways we do this
• Paid volunteer leave allowing you to give back to your chosen charity/community organization
• The opportunity to join a progressive global company that continually strives to remain the number one in the automotive aftermarket

About GPC Asia Pacific

GPC Asia Pacific is the largest industrial and automotive aftermarket parts and service supplier in the Asia Pacific region. The company is home to the Repco, NAPA, Sparesbox, AMX, STEDI, iMotion, McLeod Accessories, JTR, and Rare Spares brands. GPC Asia Pacific operates in various retail and trade sectors. It offers over 500,000 products both online and via more than 500 stores in Australia and New Zealand. More than 5,000 team members support these retail outlets. Backed by the world-leading US-based Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC), GPC Asia Pacific distributes its products through 12 state-of-the-art distribution centers, ensuring quick supply of its products to customers throughout the Asia Pacific region.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about sales and customer service and want to join a company that genuinely cares, please apply with your CV and a short cover note explaining why you are the right fit for this role. We look forward to hearing from you!