Dulux Trade Sales Manager - Waikato & Bay of Plenty

About Us

For over a century, our Paints & Coatings brands have helped shape the homes, buildings, and infrastructure that define Australia and New Zealand. From protecting iconic landmarks to adding colour to everyday spaces, our work makes a lasting impact.

Proudly part of the DuluxGroup and home to some of the region’s most trusted and beloved brands including Dulux, Berger, Acratex, British Paints, and Porter’s Paints - you’ll be joining a team of passionate people globally who are proud to create, innovate, and lead.

We’re consistently recognised as one of ANZ’s most trusted brands, and we’re committed to building better futures - for our customers, our communities, and our people.

What You’ll Be Doing

Step into a pivotal leadership role as Dulux’s Trade Sales Manager for the Waikato and Bay of Plenty, overseeing a $20M portfolio and leading a high-performing team of 7 sales professionals and a property specification consultant. As the head of Waikato and Bay of Plenty trade market 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.

This role can be based out of Hamilton or Tauranga.

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

Our Benefits

What we're looking for

Why join us?

Progressing your career with the DuluxGroup means being part of a network of over 8000 employees globally who believe in our purpose to ‘Imagine a Better Place’

With origins dating back to 1918, we are a leading marketer and manufacturer of iconic brands such as Dulux, Selleys, Cabots, Yates and B&D to name a few.

By joining us, you will be a part of a long term strategy to deliver profitable growth through brand leadership, innovation and customer intimacy. We are committed to internal mobility and growth while fostering an inclusive culture with flexible work options.

If this sounds like an environment you would like to be a part of, please apply online!

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