Sales Manager - Strategic Brands

About The CompanyNZPM Co-operative is a New Zealand–owned, limited-liability co-operative, owned by its customer shareholders.

Their main operating businesses are Plumbing World and Metrix Imports.

Through these businesses, NZPM import, distribute, wholesale and retail plumbing, gas and related products across the country.Founded in 1964 by a group of Master Plumbers, NZPM was established to create a nationwide merchant network that puts members and customers at the heart of every decision.

NZPM's purpose is to serve and reward its New Zealand shareholders, with profits returned locally.About The RoleAlongside distributing global agencies, NZPM has invested heavily in developing its own strategic brands where the business designs, develops, manufactures, and imports exclusive product ranges.ResponsibilitiesThis newly created role sits across both Plumbing World and Metrix, leading NZPM's focus on exclusive own-brand growth.

This role is pivotal to NZPM's future, offering both leadership and the opportunity to make a real commercial impact.

Responsibilities include : Build and maintain strong relationships with the specification industry (architects, designers, and specifiers), positioning NZPM brands as the preferred choice for kitchen and bathroom solutions.Drive sales performance and margin growth of NZPM's exclusive product ranges across the Plumbing World branch network.Lead a team of 3 Territory Managers across New Zealand.Develop and execute category and specification strategies to increase revenue, market share, and brand visibility.Represent premium European agencies as well as NZPM's proprietary brands, leveraging them as door-openers with the specification community.Balance strategic leadership with hands-on business development, particularly within the Auckland design market.About YouWe're looking for a commercially sharp leader who combines industry knowledge with strong networks and a growth mindset.Ideally You Will HaveProven sales leadership experience in the building or construction supply industry (plumbing, bathroom, kitchens, or related).

Proven ability to open doors in the architectural community and influence specification decisions.Demonstrated success in leading a small sales team to deliver results.Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and negotiation skills.A balance of "hunter" mentality and relationship-focused leadership.To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.

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