Manager – Business Partnerships & Sales

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:

In this role, you’ll grow market share across Inspirations and Dulux Trade Depots by building strong external sales capability within partner stores and developing new customer opportunities both in-store and across regional territories. Acting as a trusted advisor and influencer, you’ll work closely with store owners, trade painters, builders, specifiers, and other key stakeholders to drive sales performance, premium product mix, and customer acquisition. You’ll lead capability uplift through training, product knowledge, and execution of marketing programs, while also managing a defined customer territory in regional and rural areas. This role combines strategic planning, hands-on customer engagement, and strong collaboration with state sales and specification teams, supported by regular travel and performance reviews to deliver profitable growth in line with the Trade Sales Strategy.

Our Benefits:

• Up to $1,000 net annually to cover private health extras gap costs
• Exclusive discounts on DuluxGroup products and partner offers
• Stay active anytime, anywhere through our partnership with Fitness Passport
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks partner leave from day one
• 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 sales experience with strong influencing and negotiation skills
• Ability to build relationships and develop customer and store capability
• Technical understanding of paint application or willingness to learn
• Results-driven, organised, and comfortable working independently
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify growth opportunities
• Competent with CRM and standard Microsoft applications
• Willingness to travel, including overnight regional trips

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!