Parts Interpreter

Company Description

MIMICO is a New Zealand owned family business established in 1989 as an indent parts supplier based in Matamata and is the New Zealand distributor for a wide range of quality, world class modern heavy machinery. MIMICO sells, hires and services heavy machinery for the quarrying, mining, contracting, construction, recycling and forestry industries.


Job Description

Based in the Takanini branch and reporting to the Parts Manager, you will be the go-to expert for both external customers and internal teams. Every day brings variety - supporting service technicians, handling enquiries, processing orders, and actively driving sales growth.

You will take ownership of building customer trust and revenue by offering smart solutions, following up quotes, and strengthening our presence in the market. Key responsibilities:

Respond quickly and professionally to customers with accurate pricing and availability
Support workshop staff with parts queries
Process invoices, credits, and orders using MIMICO’s Orion system
Make outbound calls to grow sales and prospect new customers
Conduct market research and pricing reviews
Use supplier portals for quotes and ordering
Maintain high health & safety standards

Qualifications

We are seeking someone well-presented, proactive, and eager to learn. You will be an excellent communicator with a positive attitude who delivers great customer service. You will handle priorities calmly under pressure and stay driven to meet targets and achieve results. Other key skills include.

Experience in external parts sales with a solid understanding of stock control and inward/outward goods
Strong quote follow-up habits and the ability to think fast
Ideally you have mechanical or heavy equipment, crushing, screening, or mining knowledge
Strong administration skills with intermediate computer skills: Excel experience is a plus
Forklift experience is helpful (training provided if needed)

Additional Information

What’s in it for you?

At MIMICO, you’ll be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team that genuinely looks after each other, with plenty of opportunities to grow, move across the business, and build a long-term career in a proudly family-owned NZ success story.

We also offer:

Competitive salary + Southern Cross Health insurance.
Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 5:00pm
If you're driven, customer-focused, and ready for a role where you can grow your sales career while working with a highly respected industry leader, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join a team where your skills, initiative, and ambition will be valued and rewarded.