Trade Sales Assistant

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Join DuluxGroup as a Trade Sales Assistant in Manukau, Auckland, a full‑time on site role within the Dulux Trade store network. You’ll welcome trade and DIY customers, offer practical product recommendations, mix and tint paint, and manage transactions while keeping the store looking its best. No prior paint experience is required as full training is provided, with clear development pathways in a global team. The key qualities are friendly communication, problem solving, and the energy to lift up to 25 kg during busy periods. To apply, tailor your CV to show customer service, teamwork and a willingness to learn, and highlight alignment with DuluxGroup values and the benefits package such as life and health insurance, KiwiSaver matching, parental leave and wellbeing support.

About Us

For over 100 years, the Dulux Paints & Coatings portfolio has been creating better homes while playing a critical role in protecting and improving the spaces and infrastructure we see every day. Consistently voted one of ANZ’s most trusted brands, our portfolio of iconic, premium brands includes Dulux, Cabot's, Berger, Acratex, British Paints and Porter's Paints.

Our network of Dulux Trade stores provide our customers best in class service and products across the country.

If you’re someone who thrives on making someone’s day better, loves a good chat, and takes pride in delivering great service, this is your opportunity to shine.

We’re looking for friendly, energetic people to join our Dulux Stores network. Whether you’ve worked in retail, hospitality, or just love helping others, we’ll give you all the training you need to succeed.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Welcoming and assisting trade and DIY customers with genuine care
• Offering advice and product recommendations that make a difference
• Mixing and tinting paint (we’ll teach you—it’s easier than it sounds!)
• Handling transactions and keeping the store looking its best

This is a full time role based at our Manukau, Auckland store.

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

• You love working with people and making them feel welcome
• You’re a great communicator and a natural problem-solver
• You’re physically fit (you’ll be lifting paint tins up to 25kg)
• You’re eager to learn and grow—we’ll support you every step of the way

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!