Precision Construction Sales Specialist - Military Veterans
at John Deere
Summary
The top candidate will work with our highly skilled team to sell John Deere SmartGrade and Topcon machine control solutions. The candidate will consult directly with customers on the most effective technology solutions for their business and jobsite applications, deliver onsite demonstrations and work side-by-side with the Murphy team to deliver an outstanding customer experience.
Essential Functions
- Sell Deere SmartGrade, Topcon machine control and jobsite technologies.
- Articulate and promote the customer benefits of technology and the value that Murphy Technology Solutions provides customers.
- Act as the costumers jobsite technology consultant.
- Have a clear understanding of grade control activities and applications that take place on customer job sites.
- Lead customer technology demos and participate in customer events.
- Set-up base stations and rovers and localize jobsites as needed.
- Deliver customer and internal training for machine control and grade management.
- Maintain technology and industry knowledge and expertise.
- Collaborate with our team on new products and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Keep up to date on competitive offerings and differences.
- Assist with other duties assigned and directed by corporate management within the framework of Murphy Tractor and Equipment Company, Inc.s objectives.
- Able to communicate effectively and professionally.
- Strong focus on customer service and sales.
- Strong knowledge of Grade Control Solutions and construction equipment technology.
- Good skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for demonstration purposes.
- Able to maintain a standard operating Drivers License.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Able to work effectively in a team environment.
- Self-Motivated
- Able to meet commitments and deadlines.
- Able to complete required documentation and reports in a timely manner.
- Able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Able to work a flexible schedule as needed.
- Able to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete within time constraints.
- Demonstrates openness to new procedures, technology and structure.
Employee must be able to do occasional lifting of up to 60 lbs., crawl and climb on/under heavy equipment, walk over construction/excavation sites (irregular terrain), stoop, bend, kneel, twist and stand for extended periods of time. Employee must be able to operate a motor vehicle day and night and will be asked to travel long distances with some nights out (estimated 50% travel).
Education/Work Experience
- Prior Sales, Service, or Vocation/Technical degree and/or equivalent work experience or training in grade control is preferred.
- Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
United States / Remote
We at John Deere are passionate about finding a way to give back to those who have served our Country. Working for a John Deere dealership or factory is bigger than just a job. It's growth in oneself, on a path to achieving all you hoped to accomplish. It's pride in your community, from the first customer you serve to supporting the community. It's knowing that what you do helps to feed, clothe, and shelter the world. It all starts with you. Starting here. Starting now!
Interested in joining the industry's best? At John Deere, veterans will find:
• A higher sense of purpose – helping those the farmers and infra-structure workers that feed and shelter the world
• A team-based environment focused on supporting the customer
• A never-ending desire for continuous improvement - We are looking for leaders, change agents, different perspectives
• Market leading pay and benefits
John Deere actively welcomes transitioning active duty service members to participate in internship opportunities at our dealership and factory locations across the United States. Timing of the internship is mutually agreed upon between the service member, her/his commander. Potential opportunities include:
• Dealer technicians – Nationwide opportunities
• Factory production roles at 16 major facilities– assembly, welders, machinists, skilled trades
• Support roles – IT, supply chain, logistics, engineering, human resources
How to apply:
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