Agricultural Sales Consultant

Drummond and Etheridge - Ashburton, South Island Agricultural Sales Consultant - Ashburton | Drummond & Etheridge Turn your agricultural experience into a rewarding sales career. At Drummond & Etheridge, we've been supporting New Zealand's agricultural industry for generations. Since expanding into construction and forestry, we've continued to build on that legacy, representing world-leading John Deere equipment and a portfolio of premium global brands. Today, we're known for quality products, trusted advice and outstanding customer service across every market we serve We're looking for a practical, people-focused Sales Consultant to join our sales team in Ashburton. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who knows farming or machinery and is ready for a new challenge. Whether you've been working on the tools, operating machinery, servicing equipment or farming yourself, we'll give you the training, mentoring and support to build a successful career in sales. You'll inherit an established customer base, represent the world-leading John Deere brand and help farmers find the right equipment to improve their businesses. Why Ashburton? Ashburton offers the best of both worlds - a thriving agricultural community with an outstanding lifestyle. Enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, a genuine rural community and an easy commute, while still being just an hour from Christchurch and close to Mt Hutt, lakes, rivers and some of the South Island's best outdoor recreation. It's a place where you can build a great career without compromising on lifestyle. About the role This role is about building relationships, understanding customers' businesses and helping them make the right decisions. You'll Work with an established portfolio of loyal customers across Mid Canterbury. Build trusted long-term relationships with farmers and rural businesses. Help customers choose the right John Deere tractors and equipment for their operation. Demonstrate equipment and support customer field days and events. Identify opportunities to grow your customer base and develop new business. Keep in regular contact with customers, providing practical advice and ongoing support. Manage your sales activity and customer information using our CRM systems. You’ll be backed by an experienced Sales Manager, a supportive Branch Manager and a business that's genuinely invested in helping you succeed. About you You'll ideally bring: 5+ years hands-on proven experience in agriculture, rural contracting, agricultural machinery or a related industry. Practical knowledge of tractors or agricultural equipment. Confidence building relationships and communicating with a wide range of people. Strong organisational skills and the motivation to follow through. Good computer skills and the willingness to learn new systems. A positive, team-first attitude. Why join Drummond & Etheridge? This is more than just another sales role. It's an opportunity to build a long-term career with one of New Zealand's most respected agricultural businesses, representing premium products that customers genuinely want to own. In return, we offer: Competitive salary plus incentive opportunities. Permanent employment with a secure payroll. Guaranteed hours of 40 per week. Company vehicle. Up to six weeks' annual leave. Staff discounts and retailer benefits. Additional Kiwisaver contribution, Ongoing product, sales and leadership training. Career development within a successful South Island business. #J-18808-Ljbffr