Business Development Manager – CAT Lift Truck Sales – Brisbane

The Role

We are seeking a proven and self-motivated Business Developer to join our forklift sales team in Brisbane, who is eager to align themselves with one of Australia’s largest privately-owned forklift and access equipment companies and proud recipients of the Global Dealer Award for both Cat and Konecranes.

In addition to offering some of the world’s leading brands, we provide a comprehensive range of support services to meet our customers' needs, including sales, hire, servicing, parts, and finance.

In return, you’ll enjoy great benefits, including UNCAPPED commission structure, 5 weeks of leave* and the option of a flexible 9-day fortnight. If you thrive in a team setting and enjoy a dynamic workplace, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales by aligning customer needs with Caterpillar Lift Trucks: a globally recognised brand built on quality, durability, and reliability. Backed by a strong reputation, CAT® brings confidence and credibility to every customer interaction.
• Identify and actively pursue new business opportunities within the material handling industry
• Leverage existing networks while continuously developing new connections to generate leads
• Achieve business goals in accordance with the budget requirements
• Manage and nurture relationships with existing clients while securing new business
• Represent a professional company delivering material handling solutions to magnitude of industries

Qualifications / Experience

• Capital Equipment Sales experience highly regarded
• Previous experience in a BDM role
• Proven lead generator who doesn’t “wait for the phone to ring”
• Highly motivated and results-driven with a can-do attitude
• Able to work with autonomy while being a strong team player
• Commercially savvy with solid communication and IT skills

Benefits

At United we encourage a flexible and healthy work-life balance for all our employees. Join United today and enjoy:

• 5 days anniversary leave on top of your 4 weeks
• Flexibility to work a 4 weekly day off or a 9-day fortnight if you choose
• Career Growth: Training, development, and opportunities to advance
• Great Perks: United Rewards = employee discounts you’ll actually use
• Strong & Stable: Be part of a national company with a proven track record

This means more time to focus on the things that make you happy, or as we like to say, More time for U!

Other Benefits Include:

• Access to United Rewards program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Direct corporate discounts
• Employee referral program
• Annual salary reviews
• United uniforms
• Onsite parking