Trade Assistant

Looking for a job that’s a real catch?

Since 1882, Burnsco has been supplying New Zealanders with all things boating, fishing, and motorhome. With 19 retail stores nationwide, and growing, there are always opportunities for development!

We’re fishing for a Trade Assistant to join our awesome Trade Department. This role is full time, working Monday to Friday and will be based at our Albany office.

About you:
You are a Passionate and Inspiring people person, ready to assist our customers with Integrity and Care. Our customer is our focus; you will be able to showcase your Entrepreneurial sales skills to provide extraordinary customer service and, along with our friendly team, be able to show Discipline in adopting our proven retail approach.

Employee Benefits:

As well as a highly competitive salary, you'll also receive:

• Company car, laptop and phone
• A fantastic staff discount on ALL Burnsco & Jaycar products
• Fuel Discounts
• Free EAP Support (Employee Assistance Program)
• RV Rental Subsidy
• Club Membership Subsidy
• A generous staff loyalty scheme
• Comprehensive ongoing internal and external training for career development
• In-depth onboarding process and tailored career progression for a stable future

Requirements for this role:

• Working with Finance and the Trade Manager to establish appropriate criteria and procedures for accepting new Trade customers
• Working with Marketing & Product to produce compelling promo material
• Assisting with set up and be part of Burnsco presence at Trade Shows
• Maintaining positive relationships with our retail stores to ensure they support our Trade customers as best they can.
• Organising and undertaking in conjunction with the stores Trade visits locally and nationally
• Working with the Product Team on forecasting/reviewing stock levels and Trade customers bulk purchases
• Building Trade customer relationships and looking after a third of our customer Trade base.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be passionate about our key product areas with practical boating, and/or RV experience
• Be keen to assist our Trade business grow and develop
• Have a clean full driving licence

As we are not an accredited employer through Immigration NZ, we cannot accept any applications for those who need visa support.

Ready to chart your new course?