Sales Assistant

Job Description

About

Farmchief Machinery Ltdis a leading provider of agricultural implements, services, and advice across New Zealand.

They specialise in selling and servicing agricultural implements, and pride themselves on doing it well. With branches in Invercargill, Gore, Christchurch, Palmerston North, and Waikato, they're proud of their legacy and excited about the future.

The Opportunity

Farmchief Machinery is on the lookout for a proactive, detail-orientatedSales Assistantto join their dedicated team in Rolleston. If you're someone who can anticipate what's needed before it's asked—and take initiative to make things happen—this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We're looking for someone who brings energy, capability, and a can-do mindset. This opportunity offers variety, pace, and the chance to support the sales, marketing and finance teams nationwide.

What You'll Bring

• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable picking up new systems quickly. Experience with tools like Excel, Smartsheet, and PowerPoint is beneficial. (We'll provide full training on Accredo Saturn.)
• Highly Organised: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.
• Detail-Oriented: You take pride in accuracy and consistency, especially when handling sensitive information.
• Strong Communicator: Clear, professional communication paired with excellent listening skills.
• Positive & Proactive: A great attitude and a genuine eagerness to learn and grow.
• Planning & Execution Skills: You can plan effectively, follow through, and deliver results.
• Multitasking Ability: You can prioritise competing tasks while staying open to new projects.

Key Responsibilities

This is a varied role where no two days are the same. While you don't need to tick every box, here's a snapshot of what you'll be involved in:

Sales Support

• Customer service inquiries and reception duties
• Assist with preparation of contracts, quotations and pricing documentation
• Maintain accurate pricing records
• Support onboarding of new customer accounts
• Maintain accurate customer data and pipeline information in CRM
• Support reporting, documentation and sales administration processes

Financial Administration

• Supporting customers securing finance deals
• Assisting with financial reporting
• Ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and timeliness in all financial tasks

Meeting Coordination

• Organising monthly meetings
• Preparing supporting documentation
• Taking minutes and following up on action items

Email & Communication Management

• Managing correspondence
• Prioritising communications
• Handling sensitive information with care

Travel Coordination

• Organising efficient and seamless travel arrangements for the team

Why Join Us?

Farmchief Machinery is more than just a workplace— they are a close-knit, supportive team that genuinely cares about their people and their families.

• Family-owned and operated business with strong values
• Established heritage dating back to the 1940s
• Ongoing opportunities for skill development and growth
• A positive, team-focused environment where your ideas matter

Are you ready to kick-start your career with a company that genuinely values your skills, ideas, and growth?Apply now