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Technical Sales Representative

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  • On Site
  • Full Time

$38 .46  -  $43 .27/hr

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Job Description

Please Quote Reference Number 18755


  • Experience in technical sales, mechanical equipment, or related fields
  • Attractive earning potential
  • Pump & Valve Specialties (Auckland)


Role Purpose


The Technical Sales Representative is responsible for qualifying inbound technical sales enquiries, recommending suitable pump and valve solutions, preparing accurate specifications and quotations, and managing end‑to‑end sales transactions under $5,000. The role supports national field sales teams and contributes to the delivery, installation coordination, and after‑sales service of specialised mechanical equipment for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure customers.


About the Company


Pump & Valve Specialties is a New Zealand‑owned industrial supplier providing pumps, valves, and packaged fluid‑handling systems to wastewater treatment plants, councils, food and dairy processors, and manufacturing industries. The company operates multiple branches nationwide and utilises HubSpot CRM and NetSuite ERP to manage sales, quoting, and customer interactions.


Key Responsibilities


Technical Sales & Customer Needs Analysis:

  • Qualify inbound sales leads from field representatives, assessing application requirements, product suitability, quantities, timelines, budgets, and decision‑makers.
  • Analyse customer operating conditions (temperature, viscosity, shear sensitivity, chemical compatibility, suction/discharge parameters, pipework configuration, pressure, and flow requirements).
  • Recommend appropriate pumps, valves, and fluid‑handling products using manufacturer selection software and technical data.
  • Provide technical guidance to customers and field sales teams regarding product capabilities, limitations, and application fit.


Quotation, Pricing & Sales Closure:

  • Prepare accurate technical specifications and quotations based on manufacturer data, customer requirements, and supplier pricing.
  • Manage the quote ageing register to ensure timely follow‑ups and conversion.
  • Close all sales transactions under $5,000 end‑to‑end, including order confirmation, documentation, and coordination of delivery.


Sales Support, Reporting & CRM/ERP Management:

  • Maintain accurate customer, quotation, and sales records in HubSpot CRM and NetSuite ERP.
  • Report customer trends, competitor activity, and market insights to sales management.
  • Support field sales teams by providing technical product information and solution recommendations.


Delivery Coordination & After‑Sales Service:

  • Arrange delivery of goods and coordinate logistics with internal teams and suppliers.
  • Assist with warranty queries, product issues, and after‑sales support to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Liaise with workshop technicians and technical specialists across national branches.


Product Knowledge & Continuous Learning:

  • Build and maintain technical knowledge across multiple pump, valve, and mechanical equipment brands.
  • Stay updated on new products, manufacturer selection tools, and industry application requirements.


Key Requirements:


  • Minimum 3 years' experience in technical sales, mechanical equipment, industrial engineering, hydraulics, or related fields.
  • Ability to interpret and apply manufacturer selection software and technical data.
  • Strong communication and relationship‑building skills in a B2B industrial environment.
  • High accuracy and attention to detail in specification and quoting work.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced technical sales environment.


Ideal Candidate Profile:


  • Practical understanding of pumps, valves, mechanical equipment, hydraulics, or industrial engineering principles.
  • Comfortable working with concepts such as viscosity, shear sensitivity, material compatibility, head, and flow.
  • Analytical, curious, and disciplined in gathering technical information and solving application problems.
  • Backgrounds may include pump and valve sales, mechanical engineering, irrigation, compressors, industrial equipment, or similar technical product fields.
  • Graduate engineers with strong technical aptitude and commercial interest are welcome.


Why Join Pump & Valve?:


  • Competitive hourly rate ($38.46-$43.27) plus KiwiSaver.
  • Profit Share GBS scheme with strong earning potential.
  • Standard 40‑hour week with flexibility.
  • Daily access to experienced technical specialists and workshop support.
  • Clear career pathway within a growing, family‑owned industrial business.
  • Convenient Māngere location near Auckland Airport.


Employment Type: Full‑time

Industry: Industrial Pumps, Valves, and Fluid‑Handling Equipment


APPLY NOW with an up to date CV.


Please Quote Reference Number 18755

Desired Hard Skills

  • Hydraulics
  • Pump Selection
  • Quotation Management
  • Technical Sales
  • Valve Selection

Desired Soft Skills

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Attention To Detail
  • Communication
  • Customer Focus
  • Relationship Building

Additional Compensation

  • KiwiSaver

Culture

  • 🌈 Rainbow Tick
  • 💸 Living Wage

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