Sales Representative - Metal Division

Wurth Ireland Ltd; Midleton; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial consumables company is seeking a Sales Representative for its Metal Division in East Cork. This role involves achieving sales targets, promoting multi-channel offerings, and developing strong relationships with clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a passion for sales, along with a full clean driving licence. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including a company car and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Car

Attractive Lunch Allowance

Paid Sick Leave Scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Life Cover

Career Progression Opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Sales experience desirable but a willingness to learn is sufficient.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are needed.
• Full clean driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets for assigned territory.
• Promote multi-channel offerings effectively.
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Demonstrate product knowledge and provide tailored recommendations.
• Deliver exceptional customer service.
• Plan and manage territory effectively.

Skills

Sales experience

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

iPad 'Speedy' system

Job description

Overview

Join our Wurth Community! The Wurth Group is a leading provider of industrial consumable products, with over 400 companies and a global workforce of 85,000 people. Our commitment to high-quality products, innovation and excellent customer service has earned us an enviable reputation and continued growth.

Wurth Ireland has been active for over 40 years from our head office on the Ballysimon Road, Limerick city. Our growth throughout the nineties and into the new millennium, coupled with our record-breaking sales in 2022 has made Wurth Ireland a market leader in its field. Offering a range of over 8,000 industrial products direct from the logistics centre in Limerick coupled and a further 120,000 articles through direct shipment from Germany, we are not only ready to supply and service our customers today, but for the future. In line with our Omni-Channel Strategy our company expansion has led to the opening of 22 Trade Outlets throughout Ireland. Our online presence continues to expand, incorporating vending technology, scanners, on-line sales and selling, coupled with social and video marketing.

Our strength is our Direct Sales Force of which we have the largest in Ireland, on the road selling, servicing, and supporting our growing customer base. Our main industry sectors are: Automotive Aftermarket, Engineering & MRO, Construction, Renewables as well as Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms. Within our company's headquarters in Limerick, you will find over 70 support staff working across a variety of functions including Sales, Marketing, Finance, Customer Services, Purchasing, Human Resources and Logistics.

We are looking to hire a Sales Representative for our Metal Division, covering county Cork.

Your Mission

We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Sales Representative to join our growing Metal Division. In this role, you will be responsible for selling our products and services to clients in the industry. You will work to build strong relationships with customers and meet sales targets while contributing to the growth of our company.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Achieve Sales Targets: Strive to meet and exceed targets for your assigned territory.
• Promote Multi-Channel Offering: Promote our services offered across all contact points including Shops/Online/Telesales and Systems.
• Identify and Pursue Sales Opportunities: Target new potential customers within the industry to drive sales growth.
• Develop Customer Relationships: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with both new and existing customers across all customer bases (small, medium and large) to ensure ongoing business and achieve growth potential.
• Product Knowledge: Demonstrate a commitment to developing knowledge of our products and services to deliver accurate advice and information as well as tailored recommendations to customers.
• Sales Demonstrations: Showcase our products and services to customers, providing detailed quotations, and highlighting the benefits to secure sales!
• Customer Service: Deliver exceptional customer service to your customer base, going above and beyond to meet their needs.
• Territory Planning: Plan and manage your territory effectively in consultation with your Area Sales Manager to ensure maximum regional coverage.
• Order & Information Management: Maintain customer and order data entry and all other relevant information using the in-house iPad "Speedy" system.

Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: Sales experience desirable but only a willingness to learn and eagerness to work!
• Passion for Selling: Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a passion for delivering excellent customer service through sales.
• IT Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to inhouse systems or applications.
• Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively, with a proactive approach to sales and problem-solving.
• Driving Licence: Full clean driving licence essential.

What We Offer

• Joining Wurth Ireland means joining a successful Multinational company- with an extensive support network and the opportunity via excellent training and ongoing development opportunities to help you be the best you can be!!!!
• Competitive Salary with additional incentives offered throughout the year
• Company Car
• Company Assets, i.e Mobile Phone, iPad
• Attractive Lunch Allowance
• Top Performer Trips
• 24 days annual leave
• Onboarding Programme
• Paid Sick Leave Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Staff Discount
• Long Service Rewards
• Life Cover
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Wellness initiatives including 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

Reporting to: Area Sales Manager

Location: East Cork

Diversity is our Future

The future needs good decisions, and good decisions are a result of a diversity of opinions and perspectives!

Wurth Ireland is committed to championing an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects modern Ireland and the people we serve. We strive to create a culture where all staff have equal access to opportunity and feel comfortable and confident to be themselves at work.