Are you a skilled Sales Manager with strong commercial experience who is looking to make your mark on a leading, global brand? We are on the hunt for an ambitious Fleet Sales Manager to join us managing the Lower South Island region. About Bridgestone New Zealand Bridgestone New Zealand Ltd is part of the global Bridgestone Corporation, an international leader providing sustainable mobility and advanced solutions. Bridgestone Select and Bridgestone Tyre Centres are New Zealand's leading tyre specialists, committed to providing a first class, friendly service to all our valued customers and their vehicles. About the Role This is a key appointment within our business where you will be accountable for maintaining current business as well as identifying and developing new business across retread and industrial sales within the Lower South Island region. Ideally you will be based in Dunedin, and your responsibilities will include: Managing and achieving the commercial sales budget for the region, including forecasting analysisPreparation of monthly reports - product performance, competitor activity, sales activity, etc.Planning, developing and maintaining regular call cycles for existing and prospective customersProviding technical information and advice as required to customersAssisting with further marketing of Commercials Stores, Dealerships as well as the direction of promotional events within the Agricultural sectorMaintain target account lists for potential customersUtilising Salesforce, maintain, manage and report all sales activitiesTo be successful you will need: A minimum of 3-5 years' experience within a commercial environment, with strong sales management expertiseGood understanding of the NZ tyre or automotive industry, with good technical competenceThe ability to confidently build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external business stakeholders.Strong financial acumen, with exposure to P&L reportsExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalGood computer literacy, with previous SAP and Salesforce CRM experience preferredThe ability to travel as and when requiredIn return we can offer you: A very competitive remuneration with a bonus schemeAn inclusive and diverse work environment within a great teamExcellent company discounts, staff buying privileges, and health insurance.Ongoing support and commitment to learning and developmentIf you think you have what it takes to really make this role your own and drive growth within the Bridgestone brand, then we want to hear from you. Please Note: As Bridgestone is committed to a safe and healthy work environment, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a Pre-Employment Medical and Drug Test. Applicants for this position must also have the right to live and work in New Zealand.
