We are seeking a driven and commercially minded External Account Representative to join our growing team in the industrial products sector. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building strong client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and delivering practical solutions to customers across a range of industries. Key Responsibilities Manage and grow an existing portfolio of industrial clients Identify and pursue new business opportunities within your territory Conduct regular site visits to understand customer needs and provide tailored product solutions Prepare and present quotations, proposals, and product recommendations Collaborate with internal teams (sales support, logistics, and technical specialists) to ensure seamless service delivery Maintain accurate records of client interactions and sales activity Stay up to date with product knowledge and industry trends About You Proven experience in external sales, preferably within industrial products, manufacturing, or related sectors Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage a territory Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities Technical aptitude and willingness to learn product specifications Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly What We Offer Performance-based incentives - montly & annual bonus Company vehicle Long term career prospects and development opportunities If you’re ready to take the next step in your sales career and make an impact in the industrial sector, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. Applied Industrial Technologies is a global industrial distribution company. We partner with over 4,000 world-class manufacturers and we are an industry-leading, value-added distributor of a variety of innovative and reliable industrial products. On a local level, with 33 locations throughout Australia and New Zealand, we specialise in a wide variety of industrial products including Power Transmissions and Bearings. We are currently experiencing an exciting growth stage and we continue to be committed to our objective to be an efficient and effective supply chain manager of products and services.
