Join one of New Zealand’s most trusted and recognised brands.
At STIHL Shop Te Rapa, we’re passionate about outdoor power equipment and the people who use it. From homeowners and gardeners to professional contractors and trade customers, STIHL represents quality, reliability and innovation.
We’re looking for a motivated, outgoing and customer-focused Business Development & Sales Consultant to join our team full-time.
This is a hands-on hybrid role that combines business development and relationship management with in-store sales and customer service. You’ll play an important part in growing our customer base, strengthening existing relationships and ensuring customers receive knowledgeable, professional advice both in-store and out in the field.
What the role involves
As a key member of our team, you’ll:
- Develop new business opportunities and build strong relationships with existing customers
- Identify customer needs and provide tailored product and equipment solutions
- Liaise with commercial customers, contractors, businesses and trade clients
- Follow up leads, enquiries and opportunities and turn them into sales
- Provide professional, friendly service in-store, over the phone and via email
- Build strong product knowledge to provide confident and practical advice
- Support customers throughout the sales process, from initial enquiry through to follow-up
- Maintain accurate customer information and sales activity within our systems
- Assist with day-to-day in-store sales and customer service
- Take responsibility for stock management, including stock levels, product movements, ordering and maintaining accurate inventory
- Help maintain a tidy, well-presented showroom and professional store environment
- Work closely with the wider team to deliver a consistently high level of customer service
You’re outgoing and someone who enjoys building relationships, creating opportunities and getting things done. You’ll be confident talking to customers, comfortable working independently and motivated by achieving great outcomes.
Ideally, you’ll bring:
- Proven experience in business development, sales, account management or a customer-facing commercial role
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- A proactive approach to identifying and developing new business opportunities
- Excellent customer service skills and a genuine interest in helping customers find the right solution
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confidence using computers, CRM/sales systems and other business software
- Experience with stock management or inventory control
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team
- A willingness to learn and develop strong product knowledge
A mechanical or technical background would also be highly valued. If you understand machinery and enjoy working with people, we’d be keen to hear from you.
Why you’ll love working with us
- A full-time, stable position with a respected and growing business
- The opportunity to develop both business development and sales skills
- Work with a globally recognised premium brand
- Ongoing STIHL product training and development
- Great staff discounts on premium-quality products
- A varied role where no two days are quite the same
- A supportive team environment where your contribution matters
- The opportunity to build long-term relationships with customers and grow your career
Apply now and take the next step with STIHL Shop Te Rapa, a trusted name built on quality, service and reliability. For more information about the role, please contact our team on 0800 369 777.