Trade Sales Representative

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

Ready to take ownership of a high-potential territory and build strong relationships across the Wellington trade market?

We're looking for a motivated Trade Sales Representative to manage an established customer portfolio while driving new business growth across the Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt and Wairarapa regions. This is a customer-facing role ideal for someone who enjoys being on the road, building relationships and identifying new opportunities.

You will manage a portfolio of clients with your key focus to be growing and maintaining the existing Dulux customer base. Primarily you will be responsible for our Trade Painters through multiple sectors within construction, however there will be opportunity for you to grow your customer base with out of the box thinking. Much of your day can be spent out in the field, but this is a highly autonomous role, so professionalism & a high level of communication are skills you possess.

The Dulux Trade Sales Teams are passionate about being consumer driven and customer focused. We ask, listen, learn and act to help our customers win.

Responsibilities

• 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

• Let us support you with Life, total permanent disability and Health Insurance
• Exclusive discounts on DuluxGroup products and partner offers
• We will match up to 4% of your salary to Kiwisaver
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks partner leave
• Market leading learning, development and career pathways
• Access to our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support
• Recognition programs that celebrate your impact

What we're looking for

You'll be a relationship-focused sales professional with a proactive, hunter mindset and a genuine passion for customer engagement.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• Sales, account management or business development experience
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Confidence engaging a wide range of customers and stakeholders
• A self-motivated and results-driven approach
• Experience within building products, construction, trade supplies or a related industry (highly regarded)
• The ability to identify opportunities and convert them into lasting business relationships

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!