Regional Sales Manager - Southern

Laminex New Zealand; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A building products company is seeking a Regional Sales Manager to lead the South Island team in Christchurch. The role focuses on managing a high-performing sales team, implementing strategic sales plans, and building relationships with key customers. Candidates should have at least 5 years of sales management experience and a strong commercial background. The position offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities within a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience managing a sales-focused team ideally with regional coverage.
• Proven ability to lead and coach sales teams, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Strong commercial acumen with expertise in P&L management, budgeting, and operational finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a high-performing sales team across the Southern region.
• Translate national sales strategies into actionable regional plans.
• Build strong partnerships with key customers and stakeholders to drive excellence.

Skills

Sales team management

Strategic sales planning

Relationship building

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CRM systems

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Laminex New Zealand, part of Fletcher Building’s Building Products division, is a trusted name in innovative design solutions. With a new plant underway in Taupō, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re proud of our welcoming, people‑first culture where everyone feels valued, and you’ll be supported by a passionate, experienced team committed to your success.

As we invest in innovation and strengthen our market presence, we’re looking for a dynamic Regional Sales Manager to lead our South Island team in a growth phase to drive strategic sales execution.

About The Role

You’ll be part of the sales leadership team, managing 6 direct reports across Christchurch, Dunedin, and Otago. As Regional Sales Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading and coaching a high‑performing sales team across the Southern region. You’ll translate national sales strategies into actionable regional plans, taking ownership of budgets, KPIs, and forecasting to ensure supply chain readiness and growing the market share and achieving revenue targets. You will focus on building strong partnerships with key customers and stakeholders and driving excellence in customer experience and operational performance.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 5 years’ experience managing a sales-focused team ideally with regional coverage.
• Proven ability to lead and coach sales teams, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture that consistently drives growth.
• Ability to prepare and implement strategic sales plans aligned with company goals.
• Strong commercial acumen with expertise in P&L management, budgeting, and operational finance.
• Analytical mindset with excellent forecasting and planning skills.
• Highly collaborative with the ability to influence decisions through innovative solutions and customer‑centric thinking.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with key decision makers.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with practical experience using CRM and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of the building products or manufacturing industries or similar is an advantage.

Why Join Laminex?

As part of Fletcher Building, Laminex offers a competitive salary and benefits, genuine opportunities for career growth, and a supportive team culture where your ideas truly make an impact. Ready to make your mark? Be the driving force behind innovation and growth and shape the future of Laminex in the Southern region, apply now!

Studies indicate that some females and minority groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the criteria. If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement.

Our teams thrive on diversity, embracing various nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.