Are you a motivated sales professional with deep knowledge of Auckland’s trade paint market? Aalto, New Zealand’s premium paint manufacturer, is looking for a dynamic Sales Representative to drive growth from our Penrose trade centre. This full-time role is a fantastic opportunity to combine your technical expertise with your sales drive, backed by a supportive culture and a premium company vehicle.
Company Overview
Aalto is a proudly New Zealand-owned and operated coatings manufacturer with over three decades of expertise. We are dedicated to producing the highest quality paint right here in Aotearoa. Our flagship Aalto paint range is renowned for its innovative, multi-pigmented colour system and ultra-premium performance. We believe in nurturing our team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and providing genuine opportunities for professional growth and challenge.
Key Responsibilities
In this key role, you will be the face of Aalto for our trade and commercial clients across Auckland. Your responsibilities will be diverse and impactful:
- Proactively drive sales growth and market share within the trade and commercial sectors.
- Execute targeted sales strategies in collaboration with the Sales Manager to achieve business objectives.
- Provide expert, technical paint advice and support to both new and existing customers, solving complex project queries.
- Assist architects and designers with specification enquiries, promoting Aalto for high-end projects.
- Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with key trade accounts through regular visits and superior service.
- Oversee and provide dedicated support for large-scale projects specifying Aalto products.
- Travel extensively throughout the greater Auckland region to meet customers face-to-face and identify new opportunities.
Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate who brings a unique blend of sales acumen and industry-specific knowledge. The ideal person will have:
- Proven experience in sales, preferably within the trade paint, building supplies, or related construction industry in the Auckland market.
- An established network and understanding of key trade painters, decorators, and commercial clients in the region.
- Strong technical aptitude with the ability to learn and communicate detailed product knowledge confidently.
- Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.
- A self-motivated, results-driven attitude with a professional and proactive approach.
- A full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence.
Benefits and Perks
Joining Aalto means becoming part of a team that truly values its people. We offer:
- A competitive salary $32 – $37 per hour with a flexible commission or performance-based structure tailored to your experience, plus a fully-maintained premium company vehicle.
- Clear scope to build a challenging and rewarding long-term career within our NZ-owned business.
- Become part of our second-to-none team culture that encourages initiative, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Represent a market-leading, locally-made premium product you can be genuinely proud of.
- Work from our modern Penrose office and trade store, with travel across Auckland keeping the role dynamic.
How to Apply
If you are ready to leverage your trade market knowledge and sales skills with a premium NZ brand, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your current CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate to drive growth for Aalto in Auckland.
We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring this exciting opportunity with you.
