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Sales Representative (Building And Plumbing Supplies)

OSCA 621231·ANZSCO 611311

Employed

6,800

Part-time share

10.8%

Female share

23.3%

Median age

46 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Sales Representative (Building And Plumbing Supplies) is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate III in Timber Building Products Supply.

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About this career

Represents their company in selling builders' timber, and building and plumbing hardware and supplies to wholesale and retail establishments.

What they typically do

  • Identifies potential customers and generates leads for builders' timber, building and plumbing hardware and supplies
  • Contacts wholesale and retail establishments to promote and sell builders' timber, building and plumbing supplies
  • Demonstrates and explains the features and benefits of products to customers, retailers and wholesalers
  • Provides advice and recommendations to customers on the appropriate builders' timber, building and plumbing supplies for their needs
  • Prepares and presents quotes and proposals to customers, retailers and wholesalers, negotiating terms and conditions of sale
  • Processes orders and ensures timely delivery of builders' timber, building and plumbing supplies to customers, retailers and wholesalers
  • Builds and maintains relationships with retailers and wholesalers, providing ongoing support and assistance
  • Prepares sales reports and forecasts for management

Where they work

Manufacturing

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
30.7%
VIC
27.4%
QLD
22.2%
WA
9.3%
SA
6.4%
TAS
2.2%
ACT
1.3%
NT
0.5%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Sales Representative (Building And Plumbing Supplies).

  • Certificate III in Timber Building Products Supply

    FWP30622 · AQF 3 · 2 providers

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