About the Role Dulux New Zealand is proudly an equal opportunity employer & we have an exciting opportunity for a go-getter with experience in building strong relationships.Based in Auckland and reporting to the Trade Sales Manager this full-time permanent position sees you working with a leading brand in a strong market position within primarily the architectural community. You will use your relationship building skills and commercial acumen to drive growth of the specification of our suite of products.Day to day you'll put your people & networking skills to the test, liaising with existing & new influential stakeholders within the specification sector to drive, secure, raise awareness and uptake of our solutions to specifiers, developers and industry influencers. Ideally you will already have a profile with architects and creating meaningful connections is your forte. Your ability to intuitively understand others' interests and communication styles makes you adept at establishing strong relationships.You will thrive on the challenge of adapting your approach to connect with a diverse range of customers and have the confidence as well as the drive & ability to quickly assimilate and interpret our products features and benefits for a range of customers. You will need to be resilient and adaptable and be able to open new doors and have conversations with customers who may not be familiar with our full range of products and solutions that we have to offer. We are looking for a highly motivated self starter, with energy and a willingness to learn and continually develop your skills and knowledge. Proficiency within the Microsoft Office suite is a must as is the ability to present in front of an audience. Your role will see you providing technical support, expert product knowledge and the capability to create and pull together memorable & informative presentations. You can collaborate and aren't afraid to work closely with other teams on projects.Skills and ExperienceEstablish and maintain relationships with architects, builders, developers, designers, and other purchasing influences in the commercial market industryThe ability to communicate at all levels, with a confident and mature approachUnderstand architecture, design and the construction process with the ability to read and interpret plans and a strong attention to detail, organisational and time management skillsConfident, resilient, and flexible with a positive and motivated attitude and clear group presentation skillsBe a tenacious self-starter who can identify opportunities by not only getting a foot in the door, but you'll also gain a seat at the table, but also a team playerHave excellent sales skills but more importantly, you will be an active listener who works hard to understand the technical needs and design challenges our specification partners face and add value at every interactionUse your passion for technical details to easily navigate designs and technical documents and be able to credibly communicate with specifiers and deliver creative problem solvingHave a level of technical knowledge and natural curiosity that will help you easily build rapport with people both inside and outside our businessAttend and network at industry functions & eventsWhy DuluxGroup?As a member of our team, you'll unleash your potential, grow, achieve and thrive with us.We offer a fast-paced work environment that values collaboration, rewards high-performance, and inspires innovation.But it's not just about the work - it's also about the people.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.DuluxGroup is proudly an equal opportunity employer. Talent is our only criteria. Let us know by emailing ****** if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.BenefitsLife, total permanent disability, and Health Insurance (medical and surgical cover)Give back to the communities in which we live and work, with our "Community Action Day" and other programs20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) topped up to your normal pay and 2 weeks paid partner leave available after 6 monthsWe will match up to 4% of your salary to KiwisaverEnjoy generous discounts on both DuluxGroup products and through our corporate partnerships.Enjoy comprehensive, holistic health and well-being support, including our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP supportRealising your full potential starts hereAt 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 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.Applicants must have sufficient working rights for this role.Apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr