Estimator Support Administrator - Trade Services NZ at Bunnings

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administration, Attention to detail, Data entry, Microsoft Office, Construction terminology, Estimating, Quantity surveying, Building plans interpretation, Communication, Teamwork, Product knowledge, Problem solving, Organization, Technical documentation

Industry

Retail

Description

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter! What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team: Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build About the role: Build on where you’ve come from in a role that keeps our Trade teams moving and our customers supported. As an Estimator Support Admin, you’ll play a key part in how information flows between suppliers, stores and Account Managers — helping translate external details into clear, accurate Bunnings product solutions. You’ll join a collaborative Trade Support Team where accuracy, teamwork and learning go hand in hand. With experiences invested in your future, this is a role that builds strong foundations in product knowledge, systems and construction terminology — inspiring you to give it a red hot go. What’s involved: This role focuses on accuracy, organisation and translating information so others can deliver great customer outcomes. You’ll have opportunities to: Review and check estimates prepared by external parties or internal teams, ensuring accuracy and completeness Translate supplier terminology and product information into Bunnings SKUs, ranges and equivalents Prepare and maintain estimator packs so stores and Account Managers can confidently present options to customers Work with plans, schedules and product lists, building your understanding of construction language and materials Support the Trade Support Team with day‑to‑day administrative tasks that keep the estimating process running smoothly Liaise with internal stakeholders to clarify information and resolve discrepancies Build your product and systems knowledge through on‑the‑job learning and exposure to external suppliers Your work will directly support stores, Account Managers and customers nationwide — making a real impact every day. About you: You enjoy working behind the scenes to make sure everything lines up. You’re methodical, detail‑focused and comfortable working with technical information, even when it needs translating into something more practical and customer‑friendly. You like being part of a supportive team, communicate clearly and aren’t afraid to ask questions to get things right. You bring a positive, can‑do mindset, enjoy learning and take pride in producing accurate, well‑organised work that helps others succeed. What you’ll need Strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail Confidence working with product data, lists or technical information A basic ability to read and interpret building plans Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills An interest in building products and construction (knowledge is an advantage, not essential) Exposure to estimating, quantity surveying or construction admin is helpful but not required Understanding of NZ building regulations is useful, but not mandatory Nau mai, haere mai - you’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong. We love the diversity across our teams, brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates all voices, perspectives, and contributions and reflects the communities we serve across Aotearoa. We value te reo Māori and tikanga Māori, and we respect the whenua we do business on. Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role at Bunnings. We’re all about fairness at Bunnings, and our team’s here to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to help. If you’ve got the experience, skills, and drive to grow - but don’t quite nail every part of the job description - we still want to hear from you. For support, contact us at jobs@bunnings.co.nz. Bunnings reserves the right to close job advertisements at any time, so we encourage you to apply early. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, as we have a dedicated internal Talent Acquisition team managing all hiring processes. About Us Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're proud to support project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry through our network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online. At Bunnings, our purpose is simple: we’re here to inspire people to have a red hot go! Whether that's backing our team to grow, supporting customers to take on new projects, or helping communities make a real difference. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will be part of a culture that encourages you to roll up your sleeves and build something great together. If you’re ready to have a go, apply today. Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role. We are the leading retailer of home improvement and outdoor living products in Australia and New Zealand, and a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry. Our ambition is to provide our customers with the widest range of home improvement products in accordance with our lowest prices policy, backed with the best service. Our Team Members are the soul of our business, and bring this vision to life every day in our stores throughout Australia and New Zealand. "We're building the best ... our team makes it happen". At Bunnings, we believe a diverse team creates the best mix of perspectives which helps us innovate and make better decisions. We want our team to have diverse thinking, perspectives, backgrounds and education, which supports us in representing the local communities we serve and so our team can bring their whole self to work. A diverse and inclusive team makes everyone feel valued, respected and connected at work. We’re committed to creating a safe and supportive work environment for all team members regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity or background.

Responsibilities

The Estimator Support Administrator will facilitate information flow between suppliers, stores, and Account Managers by translating technical details into accurate product solutions. They will also maintain estimator packs and support the Trade Support Team with daily administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations.