Stihl Job Opportunity - Professional Product Specialist (South East)

[Steve Bullman]

ABOUT STIHL

Ever since Andreas Stihl invented the first portable chainsaw nearly a century ago, STIHL has stood for revolutionary technology. Today, the STIHL brand is synonymous with premium quality tools designed for demanding gardeners and professionals working in forestry, landscaping, or construction. 

 

A family-owned business based in Germany, STIHL employs over 19,000 people worldwide and sells products across 160 countries globally.  

 

In Great Britain, our award-winning STIHL products are available from over 700 approved retailers, from Screwfix and STIHL’s own web store. 

 

About Our OPPORTUNITY

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, energetic Professional Product Specialist with a passion for STIHL products to join our expanding Commercial Solutions team.  

 

This role involves promoting and selling our range of professional products. The role requires a self-starter who enjoys engaging with our customers in various settings, from outdoor events to presenting in a board room. Key responsibilities include demonstrating product features, providing expert advice, and building strong customer relationships. You will have a keen interest in battery technology and the development of our products of the future. This position offers the opportunity to combine a love for machinery and the outdoors with a rewarding sales career. 

 

Operating across the South (particularly the South East), this role work closely with the Sales team and the dealer network.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Demonstrate STIHL products, to dealers, prospects, large end-users and local authorities.  

Liaise directly with relevant teams regarding customer requirements and requests.

Participate in trade and regional shows to promote STIHL product solutions.

Develop detailed knowledge of battery product range/understand the training requirements. 

Support sales growth in parts and accessories with the pro large end-users. 

Support sales in the commercial market for STIHL Connected.

Maintain records using sales management system.

 

 

 

 

SKILLS and EXPERIENCE

Experience of STIHL products and working in the garden machinery or power tool industry.

Confident presenter, with the ability to communicate effectively and build commercial relationships.

Effective time management and planning.

Self-motivated and target oriented.

MS Office skills and competent in the use of business systems.

Driving licence and willingness to travel extensively with nights away.

 

WHAT’S ON OFFER AT STIHL

Competitive salary plus excellent benefits package including performance bonus  

Everything you need to do well in the job;  fully equipped company van, IT, software, mobile phone, STIHL branded clothing and PPE, training and support from L&D and the wider STIHL team

25 days holiday per year

Excellent pension scheme

Private medical and dental schemes

Gymflex and cycle to work schemes

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Product discounts

Excellent working environment

 

Contact

For more information or to apply, please send a CV and covering letter to [email protected]