Trade Support Team Member

PlaceMakers Christchurch; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Career development

Staff discounts

Fuel discounts

KiwiSaver

Education fund

Wellbeing program

Job summary

PlaceMakers Mt Wellington in Auckland is seeking a Trade Support Team Member to provide essential support across trade operations, liaising with Account Managers and suppliers to ensure seamless service and timely deliveries.

The role involves handling customer inquiries, quoting, product advice, coordinating orders, and contributing to a collaborative team culture; a strong knowledge of building products and excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in trade support, sales coordination, customer service, or internal sales
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and perform under pressure
• Highly organised with sharp attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of building products & materials and/or a solid understanding of construction processes is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers and suppliers face to face, over the phone, and via email
• Recommend suitable products, process orders, and manage sales documentation
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to track orders and arrange timely deliveries
• Take clear briefs from stakeholders and prepare accurate quote documentation
• Collaborate with Account Managers and Team Leaders to capture opportunities through daily and weekly planning

Skills

Trade support

Customer service

Communication skills

Organised

Tech-savvy

Building materials knowledge

Job description

Description

As a Trade Support Team Member, you’ll be the heartbeat of the branch providing essential support and clear communication across our trade operations. You’ll work closely with Account Managers, and suppliers to ensure a seamless experience and help to build a team culture that nails the basics. With a flexible, can-do attitude, you’ll manage customer inquiries, offer product advice, prepare quotes and pricing, and find solutions to meet customer needs.

• Engage with customers and suppliers face to face, over the phone, and via email
• Recommend suitable products, process orders, and manage sales documentation
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to track orders and arrange timely deliveries
• Take clear briefs from stakeholders and prepare accurate quote documentation
• Collaborate with Account Managers and Team Leaders to capture opportunities through daily and weekly planning

Permanent full-time role based at PlaceMakers Mt Wellington, offering 40 hours per week Monday to Friday

About You

To succeed in this role, you will be more than just a sales support person, you’ll be a natural communicator and relationship builder who understands the needs of our customers. Your experience in the building or construction industry, combined with strong knowledge of building materials and products, means you know how to connect with builders, can identify opportunities, and act as a trusted advisor to deliver tailored solutions and assistance that make a real impact

• Proven experience in trade support, sales coordination, customer service, or internal sales
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and perform under pressure
• Highly organised with sharp attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Tech-savvy and comfortable working across multiple systems
• Knowledge of building products & materials and/or a solid understanding of construction processes is advantageous

Our Benefits

• Competitive base remuneration
• Genuine development opportunities that come with being part of the wider Fletcher Building Group
• Staff buying privileges and company benefits for you and your family
• Z Energy fuel discounts and free monthly Pie & coffee
• KiwiSaver employer contributions matched up to 4%
• Employee Education Fund
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme

Pre-employment checks will include references, a medical assessment, drug and alcohol testing, a criminal background check, and confirmation of your legal right to work in New Zealand indefinitely.

We are proud of the incredible diversity of people who make up our business! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees across our national network of branches throughout New Zealand.

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Category

Sales

Business

PlaceMakers

Location

Auckland

Job Reference

44387

Posted Date

27-Aug-2026

Closing Date

24-Sep-2026