National Account Manager - Bunnings

About Us:

For over a century, our Paints & Coatings brands have helped shape the homes, buildings, and infrastructure that define 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:

As the Bunnings National Account Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic growth and profitability for Dulux within the Bunnings New Zealand retail channel. Your purpose is to develop and execute sales strategies that deliver key financial and non-financial objectives, foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, and provide leadership to the national sales force.

By collaborating across teams and leveraging market insights, you will help shape the paint category’s future, maximize sales, and ensure mutual success for Dulux and Bunnings. This role is instrumental in capturing market share, supporting innovation, and delivering sustainable value to both the business and its customers, with a direct impact on revenue growth and category leadership.

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:

• Proven experience in account management, sales, and category management within a commercial or retail environment.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to develop and execute sales plans that drive growth and profitability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities, capable of influencing and collaborating across teams and with key customers.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to motivate, develop, and guide a national sales force to achieve business objectives.

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.