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AFEX Fire Suppression Systems Owner, Rod Cavallero, Posing in Front of Mining Vehicle

Are you interested in a career with a global provider of heavy duty equipment fire suppression systems? AFEX is a family-owned business working on the forefront of innovation and technology to bring an exceptional product to our customers. Our team is comprised of diverse talents in the fields of safety, engineering, technical support, sales, marketing and manufacturing.

Positions Available

We are regularly seeking qualified, driven team members to join our growing organization in a variety of capacities. To inquire about current career opportunities that may be available, please check this page regularly or submit your cover letter and resume to careers@afexsystems.com.

Located in Raleigh, NC, our company is experiencing rapid growth. We are a fast-paced manufacturer of heavy mobile equipment fire suppression systems and seek a Business Development Manager - US, to be responsible for generating leads and meeting sales goals. The ideal candidate will have industrial sales experience and manage relationships with distributors, end users, and equipment dealers globally. We sell to industries such as mining, forestry, waste, oil & gas, and other safety-oriented industries that use heavy off-road equipment.

Responsibilities:

  • Continuous research and development of distributors in new and current markets that result in sales and growth in said markets
  • Qualifying leads and prospecting daily using various methods of communication such as, but not limited to, LinkedIn, phone, email, Salesforce,
  • Sales support, sales calls (virtual and in person), site visits and engagement with current and prospective clients.
  • Ability to represent AFEX at a corporate level by presenting the brand to new and current distributors, end users, equipment dealers, and to different departments within customer organizations that contribute to winning the deal and ensuring the product is presented at a professional level to all key decision
  • Acknowledgement and engagement of industry partners that play a key role in the sales
  • Develop, coordinate, and implement plans designed to increase existing business and capture new opportunities.
  • Strong commitment to the use of our CRM tool, Salesforce, using current sales experience and skills to better assist in pushing opportunities through the pipeline to close win.
  • Constant contact with key players (prospects and current) in industries served (like O&G, mining, and forestry) on a regular basis.
  • Trade show preparation and participation engaging current and potential
  • Travel: 40% - 50% required

Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

  • 4-6 years of industrial sales experience (heavy equipment sales a plus!)
  • Must understand how to effectively manage time, travel, and workload.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Be entrepreneurial in nature, able to take initiative and contribute to the company
  • Be able to transition from corporate office environment to a factory environment and to hard hat/steel toe field environment with ease and
  • Proficient with a CRM system, preferably Salesforce
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States

Located in Raleigh, NC, our company is experiencing rapid growth. We are a fast-paced, manufacturer of heavy mobile equipment fire suppression systems and seek a Facilities Maintenance Assistant.  The ideal candidate will use their hands-on skills to assist in the maintenance of our facilities.

Job Requirements:

  • Ability to perform tasks (i.e., carpentry, basic plumbing, basic electrical, mechanical knowledge, safe power tool use, flooring, and sheetrock)
  • Minimum of 5 years experience
  • Excellent verbal/written communication, listening, and customer service skills.
  • Willing to be an effective team member.
  • Strong work ethic, punctuality, and professional demeanor.
  • Demonstrate the ability to be flexible, multi-task, and problem-solve.
  • Ability to meet physical demands:
    • Climb ladders and stairs.
    • Bend, kneel, crawl, and maneuver in and around all kinds of equipment.
    • Lift a minimum of 75 pounds to waist height.
    • Excellent hand-eye coordination, able to grasp and assemble objects.
  • Comfortable working with computers
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations
  • Demonstrate a strong safety focus.
  • Has the knowledge to identify general safety hazards anticipated for the scope of work they are managing.
  • Machinist experience is a plus

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