• Lead and shape a high performing sales team
• Competitive remuneration & great company benefits
• Highly influential role – impact operational performance and culture

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3 years of direct field sales and team leadership experience
• Trade or tertiary qualification in Commerce, Economics, Business, or Marketing (desired)
• Knowledge of the trade market and construction sector, with architectural or interior design insight a big plus

YOUR ROLE

Step into a pivotal leadership role as Dulux’s Auckland Trade Manager, overseeing a $43M portfolio and leading a high-performing team of 10 sales professionals and a property specification consultant. As the head of Auckland’s trade market—representing 40–50% of national revenue—you’ll drive strategy, pricing, and performance to maintain and grow our #1 market position.
Reporting directly to the Head of Trade Sales, this is a key leadership role within Dulux NZ. You’ll be responsible for driving sales growth and market penetration in the trade segment, while also providing strategic oversight of the specification function. Collaborating closely with specification consultants, you’ll help secure wins in the commercial and architectural segments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and coach your team to deliver results and foster a positive, accountable culture
• Build strong relationships with builders, top-tier painters, and key market influencers
• Collaborate with internal networks and stakeholders to maximize market impact
• Own pricing strategy in a competitive, customer-driven environment
• Leverage CRM and data insights to guide team performance
• Drive specification success through strategic collaboration and project targeting