This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected and well-established player in the building industry. They are renowned for their quality products, exceptional service, and great people. With a comprehensive range of building solutions, the business partners with customers across residential and light commercial projects, from major construction firms to independent builders.
On their behalf, we are seeking a Trade Account Manager to join a high-performing and collaborative team in Te Awamutu (open to candidates from Hamilton). This is a dynamic role that blends relationship management with new business development, giving you the chance to make a tangible impact while being supported by strong systems and an experienced team.
About the role
What’s on Offer
Contact Tess at Northbridge Executive 021 158 2496 –or apply now with your CV and I will contact you. All applications will be treated with confidence.
On their behalf, we are seeking a Trade Account Manager to join a high-performing and collaborative team in Te Awamutu (open to candidates from Hamilton). This is a dynamic role that blends relationship management with new business development, giving you the chance to make a tangible impact while being supported by strong systems and an experienced team.
About the role
- Drive sales growth and profitability through the acquisition, retention, and development of trade customers within an assigned territory.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, delivering exceptional service and tailored solutions that encourage repeat business.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities to increase market share, customer spend, and long-term account value.
- Promote and represent the company's trade products and services, providing expert product knowledge and sales support.
- Collaborate with internal teams to achieve sales targets, improve customer outcomes, and support overall business objectives.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, health and safety requirements, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across trade operations.
- Proven experience in trade sales, account management, or trade operations, ideally within the building, timber, or construction industry.
- A genuine "Hunter" with a passion for identifying new business opportunities, opening doors, and converting prospects into long-term customers.
- Commercially minded with a passion for business development, customer service excellence, and achieving sales growth targets.
- Confident managing challenges as they arise, identifying solutions, and escalating issues appropriately while maintaining open communication.
- Able to build positive working relationships across customers, suppliers, and internal teams, with a collaborative and proactive approach.
- Knowledge of the building industry, including the ability to interpret building plans and an understanding of relevant legislation and compliance requirements, is advantageous.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary package with rewarding bonus structure
- Company vehicle and full tools of the trade
- A collaborative team culture that values initiative and fresh thinking
- Massive opportunities for growth and development within the organisation.
Contact Tess at Northbridge Executive 021 158 2496 –or apply now with your CV and I will contact you. All applications will be treated with confidence.