Job posting has expired

FORESTRY SALES SPECIALIST

Carter Machinery Company, Inc
vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Mechanicsville
Apr 11, 2025
Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Forestry Sales Specialist in Richmond, Virginia. The Forestry Sales Specialist will serve as the in-house expert on forestry applications, supporting our sales team in growing market share within this specialized industry. The Forestry Sales Specialist will play a critical role in assisting sales representatives by providing technical expertise, conducting product demonstrations, and matching forestry machine solutions to appropriate applications. Seeking candidates with industry specific sales and leadership experience. Experience in forestry operations, logging, or related industries preferred. Bachelor's degree in a business-related field preferred. Requirements for the Forestry Sales Specialist position include: Strong technical understanding of heavy equipment, particularly in forestry applications. Must be able to conduct effective machine demonstrations and communicate technical information clearly. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Must be able to handle a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment. Self-motivated, with the ability to travel extensively and work independently. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to assist with market forecasting and strategy development. Proficiency in CRM tools and basic sales reporting preferred. Promote a positive customer experience. Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way. Physical requirements must be met for the Forestry Sales Specialist job, including regularly being required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned. Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Health, dental and vision insurance. Paid time off. 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%. Life and disability insurance. In-house training instructors/programs. Tuition reimbursement. Employee referral bonus program. Discounts: cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks. Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law - are encouraged to apply. Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)