Trade Business Development Manager

Our company:

For over 100 years, the Dulux Paints & Coatings portfolio has been creating better homes while playing a critical role in protecting and improving the spaces and infrastructure we see every day. Consistently voted one of ANZ’s most trusted brands, our portfolio of iconic, premium brands includes Dulux, Cabot's, Berger, Acratex, British Paints and Porter's Paints. Our Paints & Coatings Brands are proudly part of the DuluxGroup, home to some of Australia’s most iconic brands and 8000 employees globally.

Your role:

We’re seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Trade Business Development Manager who thrives on hunting for new business and reactivating dormant trade accounts. In this role, you’ll proactively pursue new opportunities, engaging daily with trade painters in person and over the phone to generate leads and drive customer success. This role services the Southwestern NSW region.

You’ll also assess trade painters’ activities to uncover sales potential, evaluate the scope of work, and convert these opportunities into Dulux business. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from the autonomy and support needed to succeed, backed by dedicated leaders and colleagues.

We’re proud to represent market-leading, trusted brands and products—and we’re looking for someone who shares that pride. If you’re energized by working with teammates who have the same passion and drive as you, we want to hear from you.

DuluxGroup is proudly an equal opportunity employer. Talent is our only criteria. Let us know by emailing Duluxcareers@duluxgroup.com.au if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive new business development by tailoring Dulux’s value propositions to support profitable growth
• Engage daily with trade painters, both in person and over the phone, to generate sales opportunities and support their success
• Communicate trade painter activities regularly with local Trade and Inspirations stores
• Understand key business drivers for trade painters, including estimating, quoting, cost management, productivity, and marketing
• Build and maintain strong business-to-business relationships with individual accounts

Benefits

• Enjoy comprehensive, holistic health and well-being support, including our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support
• Let us cover the gap for you, employees with private health insurance extras cover can claim up to $1000 out of pocket gap costs annually 
• Give back to the communities in which we live and work, with our “Community Action Day” and other programs
• Market leading Learning and Development initiatives and genuine career pathways to accelerate your growth
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks paid partner leave available from the first day you start working with us.
• Feel truly valued through our employee recognition programs
• Enjoy generous discounts on DuluxGroup products and through our corporate partnerships

Skills & Experience

• Proven skills in new business development and account management
• Demonstrated track record of achieving sustained sales growth and delivering financial success
• Strong ability to build and maintain professional relationships across various levels
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Highly motivated and results-focused; trade or sales experience is an advantage

Imagine a better place

Dulux Paints & Coatings is proudly part of the DuluxGroup, we believe in the power to 'Imagine a better place', and we want you to be a part of it!

You'll work with over 50 iconic, trusted household brands with a 100+ year history, have the stability of working for a global company and your work will have a real impact. Join us and be part of our growth trajectory as we continue to expand our business globally and innovate in our industry.

At DuluxGroup, we foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, and flexibility. We care about your wellbeing, and we prioritise your safety in everything we do. You'll work alongside people who value your unique perspectives and contributions.

If you're ready to join a compassionate and collaborative workplace, your opportunity starts here.

How to apply:

We are looking to speak with you asap, please apply online!