National Commercial Manager

DuluxGroup Ltd.; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health extras

Staff discounts

Fitness Passport

20 weeks parental leave

Partner leave

Learning & development

Wellbeing Hub

Employee recognition

Job summary

Dulux Acratex, part of DuluxGroup, is seeking a National Commercial Manager to lead the national commercial strategy, drive sustainable sales and profit growth, and translate market insights into clear priorities. You will oversee specification, training, compliance, and certification activities, collaborating with state teams and stakeholders to strengthen our market position.

You will lead the commercial project pipeline, drive execution excellence, and deliver outcomes that support growth

Qualifications

• Significant commercial leadership experience in building products, construction, coatings, or related sectors.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategy and drive growth.
• Experience leading specification, technical, training, compliance, or related commercial functions.
• Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated people leadership including coaching and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Degree qualification in Business, Commerce, Engineering, or related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the national commercial strategy and drive sustainable sales and profit growth.
• Translate market insights into commercial priorities and build strong partnerships.
• Drive training and capability development across internal teams and customers.
• Oversee specification, certification, and compliance governance.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver national priorities and business objectives.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Strategy development

Cross-functional leadership

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Training & capability

Education

Business/Commerce/Engineering degree

Job description

About Us

Dulux Acratex is a market leader in high-performance texture coatings, façade systems, and roofing solutions, designed to protect and beautify the Australian built environment. From iconic heritage restorations to cutting-edge residential and commercial projects, we deliver style, durability, and sustainability that stand the test of time.

As part of DuluxGroup, we offer a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our people enjoy world-class training, career pathways, and benefits like flexible work options and generous parental leave. Join us and help shape iconic spaces while building a rewarding career in a team that values creativity and excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead Acratex’s national commercial strategy and shape the future of the business. As National Commercial Manager, you will drive sustainable sales and profit growth by translating market insights into clear commercial priorities, leading the specification and training functions, and building strong partnerships across customers, stakeholders, and internal teams. You will play a pivotal role in strengthening market influence, developing capability, and ensuring commercial opportunities are converted into long-term business success.

This is a high-impact leadership role for a commercially driven leader who can balance growth with governance. You will oversee specification, compliance, and certification activities, ensuring technical recommendations meet regulatory and warranty requirements while managing risk responsibly. Working closely with state teams and key stakeholders, you will lead the commercial project pipeline, enhance execution excellence, and deliver strategic outcomes that strengthen Acratex's market position.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the national commercial strategy, identifying market trends and growth opportunities to deliver sustainable sales, profit, and market share growth.
• Lead the national specification pipeline, ensuring opportunities are qualified, prioritised, and converted into commercial outcomes through effective stakeholder engagement.
• Drive training and capability development across internal teams and customers through technical training programs, CPD presentations, and industry engagement initiatives.
• Oversee specification, certification, and compliance governance, ensuring products, systems, and documentation meet regulatory, technical, and warranty requirements.
• Lead, coach, and influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver aligned national priorities, strengthen market presence, and achieve business objectives.

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

• Significant commercial leadership experience within the building products, construction, coatings, or related industries.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategy, drive business growth, and deliver results through cross-functional teams.
• Experience leading specification, technical, training, compliance, or related commercial functions.
• Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and financial analysis skills, with the ability to identify and convert growth opportunities.
• Demonstrated people leadership capability, including coaching, performance management, and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Degree qualification in Business, Commerce, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred; however, equivalent industry experience and a proven track record of success will be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?

Progressing your career with DuluxGroup means being part of a network of over 8,000 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 including Dulux, Selleys, Cabot's, Yates and B&D.

By joining us, you'll be part of a long‑term strategy focused on delivering profitable growth through brand leadership, innovation and customer intimacy. We're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are valued, while providing opportunities for career growth, internal mobility and flexible work options.

If this sounds like an opportunity you'd like to be part of, we'd love to hear from you.