Sales Conversion Representative NT/SA (Fixed-Term)

Makita Australia; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Phone & tablet (iPhone / iPad)

Tools of trade

Incentive scheme

Corporate health insurance

Birthday leave

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Makita Australia is seeking a Sales Conversion Representative to cover SA/NT, including Darwin to Alice Springs. You will demonstrate products, engage with dealers and end users, and uncover opportunities through site visits and demonstrations.

The role involves travel across the territory in a hybrid full‑time capacity with a global brand. A strong product background and proactive approach are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience with power tools or equipment (trade background a plus).
• Confident communicator who connects with people at all levels.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive in generating opportunities.
• Comfortable with travel across your territory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging product demonstrations and presentations.
• Build strong relationships with end users, dealers, and site managers.
• Cold call job sites and commercial/residential locations to uncover opportunities.
• Provide market insights and feedback to drive product development.

Skills

Power tools knowledge

Effective communication

Self-motivated

Travel readiness

Job description

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Port Adelaide SA

Job Category: Business Development

Sales Conversion Representative - NT/SA (Maternity Leave Cover | Fixed-Term)

Makita Australia | NSW | Full Time | Hybrid

Showcase. Influence. Convert. Be the Face of a Global Brand.

As a global leader in power tools, Makita is looking for a motivated Sales Conversion Representative (SCR) to represent our brand across South Australia and the Northern Territory, covering a territory from Darwin to Alice Springs and surrounding regions.

In this role, you'll bring Makita's products to life through hands-on product demonstrations, building strong customer relationships and driving sales opportunities across your territory.

About Makita (Australia)

Makita Corporation was founded in 1915 as an electric motor sales and repair company who in 1958 became the first company in Japan to manufacture electric planers. Now, over 100 years on we have a reputation as the world leading manufacturer of power tool products for the Building & Construction, Power Garden and Commercial Cleaning industries.

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Deliver engaging product demonstrations and presentations
• Build strong relationships with end users, dealers, and site managers
• Cold call job sites and commercial/residential locations to uncover opportunities
• Provide market insights and feedback to drive product development

Why You'll Love This Role

• Be the go-to expert for product demonstrations and solutions
• Work across a dynamic mix of job sites, dealers, and end users
• Competitive salary + company car, iPhone, iPad, tools of trade + incentive scheme
• Career growth opportunities with a global powerhouse brand

What We're Looking For

• Experience with power tools or equipment (trade background a plus)
• Confident communicator who connects with people at all levels
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive in generating opportunities
• Comfortable with travel across your territory

Culture

At Makita, we value our culture and the way we work together to deliver results. Our success is due to the quality of our products, the high calibre of our people and the commitment to providing exceptional customer service.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary + incentive scheme + fully maintained company vehicle, tools of trade
• Corporate Health Insurance
• Makita Healthy Lifestyle Program
• Birthday leave (take the day off it's your special day!)
• Paid parental leave and access to employee assistance program (EAP)
• Anniversary recognition and referral bonuses

Recruitment Process and Privacy Policy

Successful candidates will be required to complete pre-employment checks such as reference checks, NPC, driving history and a pre-employment medical which includes a drug/alcohol test in line with Makita's policies and procedures.

All personal information received by us from you or about you will be stored, used and disclosed by us in accordance with our privacy policy, a copy of which can be found at www.makita.com.au/Company/privacy-policy.

To all recruitment agencies: Makita does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Makita employees or any other company location. Makita is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.