Trade Sales Representative

at  AkzoNobel

FIELD BASED – MUNSTER REGION

We encourage you to apply if you have relevant experience and expertise for this role, even if you don’t meet all the criteria listed in the job description.
We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, Dulux Trade International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Experience as a successful sales professional.
• Record of delivering consistent profitable sales growth within a fast-paced environment.
• Good at nurturing in-depth client relationships.
• Full driving licence.

JOB PURPOSE

Join our Decorative Paints division and you will maximise the sales and profit of our brands through key regional trade partner outlets, designated retail stores and professional contractors. This will involve developing strong relationships with customers such Trade partners, retailers as well as key construction companies, architects, professional specifiers and design teams.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop excellent relationships with customers.
• Identify & win new business/distribution opportunities.
• Support regional Trade Partner stores sales to trade customers
• Build a clear understanding of customer objectives & KPI’s.
• Develop a strong technical understanding of our product range in order to understand customer needs & provide technical guidance to strengthen our offer.
• Negotiate pricing/promotions within agreed parameters.
• Help resolve customer queries/complaints.
• Produce regular performance reporting.
• Monitor & report on market/competitor activities

We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:

• Competitive Salary (depending on experience).
• 21 days holiday plus Good Friday excluding bank holidays.
• Company car
• Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company pension (DIS Benefit & Income Continuance).
• Product discounts