SMS Equipment Inc

Product Support Representative, Mining

Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years industrial sales experience, particularly in heavy equipment and mining industries.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
  • Strong communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex customer challenges.
  • Understanding of contract management and interpretation.
  • Readiness to travel as needed for customer support.
  • Post-secondary education in Business, Mechanical, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, managing relationships effectively.
  • Prepare tailored parts and service proposals based on customer needs.
  • Provide expert technical guidance on equipment performance and solutions.
  • Promote new products and technologies to enhance customer operations.
  • Ensure customers receive comprehensive manuals and technical documentation.
  • Travel to customer sites to strengthen partnerships and support needs.
  • Assist with system implementation and ensure effective utilization.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages.
  • Comprehensive group benefits plan.
  • RRSP matching.
  • Safety-focused work environment and culture.
  • Opportunity to work with the largest Komatsu dealer in North America.
Full Job Description
Product Support Representative, Mining to support aftersales product support activities through specialized technical knowledge, product application expertise, and integration with customer operations. This role is responsible for building strong customer relationships, solving technical challenges, and delivering value-added solutions that support customer productivity and business success.

Work Location: Williams Lake, BC or Kamloops, BC

Salary: $90,000 per annum plus incentives.

Work Arrangement: Fixed on-site, working from the office and customer sites.

Schedule: Monday to Friday.

What You'll Do

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customers, managing relationships and supporting product and service requirements.
  • Prepare detailed parts and service proposals aligned with customer needs and operational requirements.
  • Provide technical expertise on equipment applications, performance, limitations, and product solutions.
  • Introduce and promote new products, technologies, and equipment improvements.
  • Supply customers with manuals, technical documentation, and product information.
  • Travel regularly to customer sites to maintain strong partnerships and support operational needs.
  • Assist customers with system implementation and utilization, including KomTrax and VHMS.
  • Maintain accurate customer and equipment information within CRM and ERP systems.
  • Collaborate with branch, shop, and field service teams to ensure customer expectations are achieved.
  • Coordinate service, warranty, billing, and equipment performance concerns with the appropriate SMS leaders.
  • Identify opportunities to improve products, services, and customer outcomes through regular feedback and recommendations.
  • Act as the voice of the customer within branch operations, fostering partnership and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Lead JoiFUL meetings and other strategic customer engagements.
  • Work closely with customer planning teams to understand future requirements and align SMS service and parts support strategies.
  • Support contract stewardship and ensure both SMS Equipment and customers meet contractual obligations.


What You Bring

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of industrial sales experience, along with experience in the heavy equipment industry and familiarity with large construction and mining equipment. They will combine strong technical knowledge with excellent relationship-building skills to deliver customer-focused solutions.

Other requirements include:

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience using CRM systems.
  • Strong communication skills with customers, suppliers, and OEM partners.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify innovative solutions to complex customer challenges.
  • Ability to establish achievable objectives that align customer requirements with business capabilities.
  • Strong understanding of contract management and interpretation.
  • Ability and willingness to travel as required to support customers and business objectives.
  • Knowledge of data collection and management practices is considered an asset.
  • Post-secondary education in Business, Mechanical, or a related technical discipline is considered an asset.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with the ability to operate company vehicles for extended periods.
  • Self-motivated approach with a commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry best practices and technologies.


This position is classified as an Individual Contributorrole in SMS Equipment's competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise).

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our core values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices when completing all tasks.

Pre-Employment

This position is risk sensitive. Candidates may be required to complete:

  • Drug and alcohol test
  • 5-year commercial driver's abstract
  • Credit check
  • Criminal record check


This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include competitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and RRSP matching.

About SMS Equipment Inc

SMS Equipment Inc. is a Canadian company that provides equipment solutions and services for the construction, forestry, mining, and utility industries. The company offers a wide range of products, including heavy equipment, attachments, parts, and accessories. SMS Equipment Inc. also provides rental services, financing options, and training programs for its customers. The company has a strong presence in Western Canada and the Northwest Territories, with over 40 locations across the region. SMS Equipment Inc. is committed to providing its customers with innovative solutions and exceptional service.
Learn more about SMS Equipment Inc
Size
3,000 employees
Industry

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at SMS Equipment Inc

More Manufacturing & Automotive Jobs

Find similar Product Support Representative, Mining jobs: