Sales Representative, Palmerston Region

Schneider Electric; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical solutions provider is seeking a Sales Representative for the Palmerston North region. The role involves building strong relationships with key stakeholders, driving territory growth, and using innovative solutions to enhance home efficiency. Candidates should have a proven sales background, strong communication skills, and a full driver’s license. The position offers autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a significant local impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales with territory or account management responsibilities.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Comfortable learning and explaining concepts that drive customer value.
• Digitally savvy and organised, with a growth mindset.
• Full driver’s licence and ability to travel regionally.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, long-term relationships with electricians, wholesalers, builders, and specifiers.
• Drive territory growth through strategic planning, customer engagement, and solution selling.
• Introduce customers to innovations that reshape homes for efficiency and sustainability.
• Collaborate with marketing, technical, and operations teams.
• Represent the company at trade events and training sessions.
• Travel across your region with some overnight stays.

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship building

Strong communication skills

Digital savviness

Job description

Sales Representative - Palmerston Region (incorporating Palmerston North, Manawatū & surrounding areas)

Own your territory. Grow with a trusted brand. Make a local impact with global support.

Join Schneider Electric’s Home & Distribution (H&D) team and become the face of PDL by Schneider Electric - a brand proudly designed for New Zealand homes and businesses. Known for smart, stylish, and sustainable electrical solutions, PDL is trusted by electricians, builders, and specifiers across the country.

We’re looking for a relationship-driven territory sales professional to take ownership of the Palmerston North, Manawatū, and surrounding regions. If you’ve built your career in territory or area sales, we’ll support you with everything you need to thrive.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build strong, long-term relationships with electricians, wholesalers, builders, and specifiers
• Drive territory growth through strategic planning, customer engagement, and solution selling
• Introduce customers to innovations that are reshaping how homes operate - making them more efficient, connected, and sustainable
• Collaborate with marketing, technical, and operations teams to deliver seamless customer experiences
• Represent Schneider Electric at trade events, expos, and training sessions
• Travel across your region with some overnight stays (fully maintained vehicle provided)

What Makes This Role Different

• Autonomy & Flexibility: Manage your own territory, plan your day, and make decisions that drive results
• Full Training & Mentoring: You bring the sales experience—we’ll provide the product knowledge, coaching, and support to help you succeed
• Be Part of the Future of Homes: Learn how our solutions are transforming everyday living - making homes smarter, safer, and more energy-efficient
• Best-in-Class Digital Tools: Sell smarter with intuitive platforms and resources that keep you connected and informed
• Purpose-Driven Work: Join a company that’s leading the way in sustainability and innovation—where your work makes a real difference

Who You Are

You’re a confident communicator and natural relationship builder with a proven track record in territory, area, or field sales. You’re curious, self-motivated, and excited to learn how innovative solutions can improve lives.

• Experience in sales with territory or account management responsibilities
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Comfortable learning and explaining concepts that drive customer value
• Digitally savvy and organised, with a growth mindset
• Full driver’s licence and ability to travel regionally

Ready to represent one of New Zealand’s most iconic electrical brands in Palmerston and beyond?

Apply NOW

Applicants require full and unrestricted New Zealand Working rights, at the time of application.