What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Sales Specialist position at Maybury Material Handling?
Maybury Material Handling is looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Forklift Sales Specialist to increase our market share of Crown forklifts in New Haven county. Are you looking to kick-start your career in a fast-paced and dynamic industry? While prior sales experience is not required, we are looking for someone who is eager to learn, has excellent communication skills, and has a strong desire to achieve sales targets.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Generate target customer lists and strategies to gain forklift market share. Travel throughout assigned territory to call on regular and prospective customers.
- Establish and maintain extensive knowledge of Crown’s product line as well as knowledge of competitive equipment specifications, strengths and weaknesses.
- Survey regular and prospective customers’ facilities and recommend proper equipment solutions. Generate and present quotes and perform sales presentations.
- Set-up, test and adjust equipment as needed before delivery and/or demonstrations. Perform effective demonstrations of products emphasizing industry standout features and benefits.
- Work with inside sales staff to log account activities, file customer credit inquiries and to keep customer database and product literature up to date.
- Attend trade shows and belong to trade organizations and local groups to promote the sales of forklifts.
Qualifications:
- At least two years of successful sales experience or a Bachelor’s degree and a strong desire to start a career in sales. Knowledge or experience with forklifts a plus.
- Must have a passion for sales, be self-motivated and driven towards success.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills required as well as mechanical aptitude.
- Intermediate skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Internet Explorer required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving history and be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs.